Merchant's Money Box Stool - 19th Century Chest of Drawers clean lines and emphasis on

clean lines and emphasis on the natural beauty of the timber

The piece has been painted with ochre

the publisher's mark 「ト山口」 of Yamaguchiya Tōbei (Kinkōdō) - all aligning the impression to Kaei 2-4 (1849-1851) and to an Edo performance at the Kawarazaki-za

these pretty elm benches used to be seen outside shops and small restaurants in China and were used by both staff and customers to enjoy the fresh air

it is then decorated by hand before firing

Merchant's Money Box Stool - 19th Century Chest of Drawers clean lines and emphasis onThis old rustic Chinese merchant's stool has a coin slot for money. Constructed from northern elm (yumu) and poplar wood, this 19th century Chinese merchant's money box is a multipurpose piece that serves as a wonderful curiosity. Perfect for modern uses such as a stool, umbrella stand or storage.