Chinese Chair and Table

Rosewood. Southern China where it is customary for wooden chairs and beds to be constructed with marble because of the relatively warm weather. Mid Republican, of early 20th century.

These 3 pieces of furniture are from Mdm. Chee Liew Kim, the 5th wife of Towkay Leong Sin Nam, who once stayed with her family in 15 Clarke Street. She had 2 daughters Leong Keong Yoon and Leong Lee Yoon.