FREE Shipping - Antique 1800s Pair of Chinese Elm Wood Courtyard Garden Doors - Pu Shou Dog Rings and Iron Detail - Shandong Province
This impressive set of doors dates to the 1800s and originated as the outermost entrance gate to a traditional courtyard home in north eastern China.
This magnificent vintage Chinese door pair was retrieved from Shandong Province in Eastern China and still has its original iron hardware and pegs. This massive door was used as the gate door to the court yard of a large household. Stunning iron work.
This antique Chinese iron gate door pair, made of elm wood, Qin Dynasty style. There are “Pu Shou” (Chinese Name) on this pair of beautiful doors. Pu Shou consists of an animal face with a ring its in mouth. It originated from people’s worship of animals in prehistoric age. In Han Dynasty, Pu Shou was a common decoration in temples to get rid of evils. Later on, the folks used it on their doors hoping all kinds of animals will protect their houses. Pu Shou decorated on doors indicates that it can protect your home and family. The door has a unique iron backplate, bolt and handles, in a moody dark color, in excellent condition. Bands of studded iron reinforce the fronts and iron plates secure the door latch and round door pulls. The iron details have aged beautifully over the years, with a richly textured patina and light oxidation.
Origin: Shandong Province, China - 1800s.
Measures: 58.5” W x 2.3” D x 85.5” H
It is very heavy and in excellent condition. Looking for a door that can make a statement, this door will do the job. They will make the perfect entry statement to any courtyard, garden, barn door, accent doors, coffee table tops, pantry doors and more.
Shandong is a costal province in China and is part of the East China region. Shandong has played a major role in Chinese history since the beginning of Chinese civilization along the lower reaches of the Yellow River. It has served as a pivotal cultural and religious center for Taoism, Chinese Buddhism and Confucianism. Shandong’s Mount Tai is the most revered mountain of Taoism and a site with one of the longest histories of continuous religious worship in the world.
Feel free to contact me for a FaceTime viewing before purchase.
**FREE SHIPPING** USA shipping only. Does not apply to Hawaii and Alaska. You are also welcome to pick up or arrange your own delivery in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho for a discount. All sales are final. No refunds, returns or cancellations. Items are sold as is with no warranty. Depending on size, location and availability, shipping may be delivered via LTL semi truck, Uship, truck, trailer or van. They will deliver to your doorstep, loading dock, garage, or curbside - depending on delivery method and packaging. If shipped via LTL, the item will be securely packaged in a crate or on a pallet. Please take all necessary measurements prior to ordering to ensure the items will fit into your access points, door, elevator, stairwell, etc.
We do not offer white glove delivery inside the home in the free shipping option - please contact us prior to purchase for additional labor rates and fees. Please also contact us prior to ordering if there are any sort of logistical shipping restrictions - eg. height and weight limits, restricted access, truck size limitations, etc. These restrictions can result in additional fees and may affect the ability to deliver. ****
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FREE Shipping - Antique 1800s Pair of Chinese Elm Wood Courtyard Garden Doors - Pu Shou Dog Rings and Iron Detail - Shandong Province
This impressive set of doors dates to the 1800s and originated as the outermost entrance gate to a traditional courtyard home in north eastern China.
This magnificent vintage Chinese door pair was retrieved from Shandong Province in Eastern China and still has its original iron hardware and pegs. This massive door was used as the gate door to the court yard of a large household. Stunning iron work.
This antique Chinese iron gate door pair, made of elm wood, Qin Dynasty style. There are “Pu Shou” (Chinese Name) on this pair of beautiful doors. Pu Shou consists of an animal face with a ring its in mouth. It originated from people’s worship of animals in prehistoric age. In Han Dynasty, Pu Shou was a common decoration in temples to get rid of evils. Later on, the folks used it on their doors hoping all kinds of animals will protect their houses. Pu Shou decorated on doors indicates that it can protect your home and family. The door has a unique iron backplate, bolt and handles, in a moody dark color, in excellent condition. Bands of studded iron reinforce the fronts and iron plates secure the door latch and round door pulls. The iron details have aged beautifully over the years, with a richly textured patina and light oxidation.
Origin: Shandong Province, China - 1800s.
Measures: 58.5” W x 2.3” D x 85.5” H
It is very heavy and in excellent condition. Looking for a door that can make a statement, this door will do the job. They will make the perfect entry statement to any courtyard, garden, barn door, accent doors, coffee table tops, pantry doors and more.
Shandong is a costal province in China and is part of the East China region. Shandong has played a major role in Chinese history since the beginning of Chinese civilization along the lower reaches of the Yellow River. It has served as a pivotal cultural and religious center for Taoism, Chinese Buddhism and Confucianism. Shandong’s Mount Tai is the most revered mountain of Taoism and a site with one of the longest histories of continuous religious worship in the world.
Feel free to contact me for a FaceTime viewing before purchase.
**FREE SHIPPING** USA shipping only. Does not apply to Hawaii and Alaska. You are also welcome to pick up or arrange your own delivery in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho for a discount. All sales are final. No refunds, returns or cancellations. Items are sold as is with no warranty. Depending on size, location and availability, shipping may be delivered via LTL semi truck, Uship, truck, trailer or van. They will deliver to your doorstep, loading dock, garage, or curbside - depending on delivery method and packaging. If shipped via LTL, the item will be securely packaged in a crate or on a pallet. Please take all necessary measurements prior to ordering to ensure the items will fit into your access points, door, elevator, stairwell, etc.
We do not offer white glove delivery inside the home in the free shipping option - please contact us prior to purchase for additional labor rates and fees. Please also contact us prior to ordering if there are any sort of logistical shipping restrictions - eg. height and weight limits, restricted access, truck size limitations, etc. These restrictions can result in additional fees and may affect the ability to deliver. ****