Wooden Grain Scoop Wardrobe The circular brass lock plate

The circular brass lock plate gives each one that classic oriental style

where they would be placed on the 'kang' - a heated platform of brick or earth that formed the main living area

but would certainly be a dramatic statement piece in the right setting

although still reserved for the most important visitors or family members

enhanced by the red tassel that comes with all of our trunks

Wooden Grain Scoop Wardrobe The circular brass lock plateBeijing, circa 1900 Once used at a Chinese market for scooping grain or rice, these simple wooden scoops are nice as decorative objects, as fruit bowls or for displaying flowers. Note that sizes and styles vary slightly.