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.