Elm Milking Stool From Shanxi - 19th Century Style - Tea Caddy Amber is believed to clear

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Elm Milking Stool From Shanxi - 19th Century Style - Tea Caddy Amber is believed to clearThis traditional antique Chinese bleached elm ( yumu) stool is constructed with a thick plank of solid elm wood as the seat and fixed using traditional Chinese carpentry, wedges and without glue or nails. It dates to the 19th century and has a beautiful flowing wood grain. These sturdy wooden stools are a vital component of any shabby chic interior and originally would have been used by farm workers. Versatile, they can be used as a side table or as