Kang Low Cabinet From Tianjin - 19th Century Soft Furnishing Bottom left: Durva Grass (rtsva

Bottom left: Durva Grass (rtsva dur-ba) is known in The West as Bermuda grass (capriola dactylon)

This Indian archway is from Punjab and carved in the Mughal style from teak

Its architectural presence makes it suitable for both contemporary and cottage-style interiors

Although mounted on a stand

Crafted using the distinctive scratchwork technique

Kang Low Cabinet From Tianjin - 19th Century Soft Furnishing Bottom left: Durva Grass (rtsvaThis antique Chinese kang cabinet is from Tianjin area. It's constructed from catalpa wood (qiu mu, ) in the traditional Ming style and dates to the 19th century (Qing dynasty, 1644 1911). Kang cabinets like this one are ideal for use beneath a TV or sound system and date from the 19th century. These were used beside the Kang which was a raised stone platform used as a bed or lounging area in wealthy homes. Traditionally, this was heated from