An Early 19th century Japanese rustic washing laundry board decorative bird cage recently sourced in Paris

recently sourced in Paris

They were made from stiffened card and covered in decorative paper or silk fabrics and featured intricate designs

The block is both useful and decorative and measures 16cm x 18cm x 4cm Deep

the sign measures 20cm High x 12cm Wide

A black and Orange coloured butterfly framed in a small black and gold frame with a decorative linen backing

An Early 19th century Japanese rustic washing laundry board decorative bird cage recently sourced in ParisAn Early 19th century Japanese rustic washing laundry board with a lovely dark worn wooden patina and carrying handle. The board is much thicker than the later versions. It has a crack across the front which doesn't detract from the overall look. A highly decorative kitchen accessory. Measurements 23cm W x 53cm H x 3cm D.