Iron Bound Chinese Dou Rice Measure - Ca 1910 Furniture A filigree copper lantern from

A filigree copper lantern from the Northern state of Uttar Pradesh

stands apart from the many modern mango wood reproductions currently on the market

210 x 35 x 88 (wxdxh cms)

Dimensions: W28 x D1

Iron Bound Chinese Dou Rice Measure - Ca 1910 Furniture A filigree copper lantern fromThis antique iron bound Chinese grain measure dates to circa 1910 and is called a rice dou. Better quality ones like this one are made from elm wood. It has a beautiful patina from daily use. In the past, grain measures were commonly used in markets to measure rice. Today, it can serve many useful purposes, such as a wastepaper bin or a plant holder.