We all love antiques, but I must admit, I see so many of them (obviously much more the average Joe). So once in a while, its refreshing to come across something completely new – even if it is with an old twist. And this is why recently, I have really enjoying crafting these chrome-hybrid creations […]
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Whats moving around the globe…
A new twist on classic Ming style horse-shoe chairs – introducing the stainless steel Chinese yoke back chair!
Admittedly cool, I think these polished stainless steel Chinese officials hat chairs from Chine Gallery are equally as funky. Known in Chinese as Guān mào yǐ (官帽椅) the name likely comes from the sculpted back which resembles a winged official’s hat.
Private Sale – Unique Beijing Hutong Shopping Experience
Please mark your calendars! Merci de marquer vos agendas ! La Maison Taupe will be opening its shopping doors once more for two days of carefully chosen selections of rare and unusual antiques, folk art, furniture, bags, accessories and children’s cashmere in the idyllic surroundings of a downtown courtyard house. For two days only, enjoy a […]
Reduced prices – Sale of gorgeous antique walnut alter tables, armoire, benches from Gansu province.
One of ACF’s local “inside suppliers” wishes to liquidate his existing stock of restored antique walnut furniture from Gansu at reduced prices, as he is now dealing only in un-restored antiques. As an “inside supplier” this restorer does not normally sell directly to overseas customers and instead local furniture factories buy from him to then […]
Hot Seller: Chinese paper and silk wire lanterns
Chinese wire lanterns seem to do well. In checking over our web analytics, I noticed we get quite a lot of hits for wire lanterns. Regular incoming request and price checks for them, confirm this is indeed the case. Whats not to like about them? They are cute, colorful, inexpensive and in addition to being […]
Fun and funky distressed finishes to brighten up any room
In this recent gloomy economic climate, it would be nice to add a bit of color and I thought sharing some of the neat distressed finishes we have been working on, might brighten up the days a bit. The hand rubber, distressed finish sky blue hutch adds some pleasantness to the room and may even […]