This is an antique mid Qing Dynasty Chinese gracefully arching carving of birds and flowers.  It is all hand carved wood and is great architectural piece that was taken from a piece of 200 year old furniture similar to the bed shown in the last picture.  During the Qing Dynasty the affluent upper class could afford to have elaborately carved furniture.  During the cultural revolution the red guard destroyed much of these pieces of furniture along with their elaborate carvings.  Fortunately some were saved and stored for over 70 years until they were again discovered and made available for a short time. They are no longer alowed to export these old carvings from China as it tries to hold on to its old heritage.  I purchased over 3,000 such carvings ten years ago and am now selling them on sailerking.   This is your chance to own a piece of China's artistic history.  

A translation of the Chinese calligraphy goes something like,   "Flesh of my flesh, bone of my bone"  I think this about the relationship of parents and children. 

This antique Chinese  carving measures 46" by 6 1/2" by 1" thick (117 x 16 x 2.5 cm) . Having been stored for over 70 years (since the rule of the destructive red guard) it remains in very good condition. Only one lower tip has some minor loss (see pictures 12 & 13).

You'll love it, I guarantee it.........If you purchase this item and are not completely delighted with it, you may return it for a no questions asked refund within 30 days of receipt.

Sailerking and the Shogun's Gallery of Portland, Oregon have been in the Japanese antique business for over 38 years, and highly value our customers. Satisfaction Guarantee: All items are carefully described and photographed. If not completely delighted with any item it may be returned in original condition for refund of purchase price, less actual shipping cost. Most items listed are antiques, and as such may have an expected amount of wear from normal use. We do not sell items with major flaws without mentioning it in the listing. See photos and descriptions for condition. Returns must be shipped back within 30 days of receipt. Buyer assumes all shipping fees. If you have specific questions about the item or condition, please feel free to ask before bidding and we will make every effort to respond promptly. International buyers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, etc. imposed by the buyer's home country.