Farmers Milking Stool From Shanxi Province - Ca 1900 Coffee Tables The holder which would originally

The holder which would originally have held some ghee with a wick would hold a modern tealight candle

linen cupboard or statement storage piece

A single door opens to reveal a large internal storage area

an auspicious symbol sometimes used in Rajasthani & Gujarati architecture to protect the home

Farmers Milking Stool From Shanxi Province - Ca 1900 Coffee Tables The holder which would originallyThis three legged farmer's milking stool from Shanxi province dates to around 1900. Handcrafted in elm, it has a thick, round seat supported by tapered legs joined with simple stretchers for stability. The seat's surface shows the distinctive wear and markings of long term use, while the wood retains a darkened patina from decades of handling. Originally made for use in dairy and mercantile work in rural areas. Stools of this type were valued for