Vendor or Workman's Bench Vendors had to carry with them all the equipment that they and their customers would need, including small, portable furniture. Low benches with drawers were convenient for sitting and carrying tools. Sturdy, functional and often fashioned with attention to decorative details. These benches were a common site in imperial China. The combination of red, black and golden yellow lacquers give this desk a marvelous appeal.
Detailed carvings adorn the two drawers face as well as on the three panals below.
When the drawers are removed an extra hidden area is revealed. Decorative, finely carved aprons were added for further detail. Click for Larger Image . This full sized Altar shimmers with golden brown laquer. It features three large drawers above with two doors that open to reveal a huge storage area.