Square Daybed Table, Light Elm finish-lacquer cabinets in this style were

cabinets in this style were used from early in Chinese history to hold incense and other offerings to ancestors

or make handy side tables

It features the same simple style

and it would still make a beautiful display cabinet or book cabinet today

This little cabinet is perfect next to a bed or used as a side table

Square Daybed Table, Light Elm finish-lacquer cabinets in this style wereThis light elm square coffee table has been reduced in size to be more practical in a contemporary setting although it is based on original Chinese daybeds. Daybeds were used in Chinese homes as seating during the day, often being moved around for different uses, and for sleeping on at night. They were often made with solid wooden frames but with either rattan or woven top panels to add comfort. Our smaller, square version has a rattan top panel,