Silk Embroidery - 'Blue Phoenix' winter-sale red and green along with

red and green along with butterflies - symbols for long life and happiness

with space inside for tidying away toys and games

pure look that belies the cabinet's age

The front apron below the seats is curved

The colourful butterflies on the doors are framed on the outside with flowers in gold

Silk Embroidery - 'Blue Phoenix' winter-sale red and green along withThis unusual embroidery is a replica of the embroidered badges used to embellish the garments of Chinese officials and their spouses. It is hand stitched using high quality silk and is sold mounted and framed as shown. The intricate design features a phoenix in silver and blue, which is a traditional symbol for peace and prosperity in Chinese culture and used to symbolize the empress, representing beauty and grace.