Carving out a legend
By Zheng Xinmiao | China Daily | Updated: 2007-02-23 06:49
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This Ming Dynasty canopy bed is decorated with Chi dragon patterns and made from Huanghuali wood. The dragons are finely detailed inside the circles, surrounding the structure. This Ming-style furniture is very rare. |
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The Ming Dynasty-style canopy bed is made from red sandalwood and is a reproduction from an original on display at the Palace Museum. The circle is symbolic of unity for married couples. |
The China Red Sandalwood Museum, the nation's first and largest private theme museum, specializes in the collection, display, and research of classical red sandalwood furniture and works of art.
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