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Chinese rosewood opium bed; constructed with four waisted corner-legs carved in shape of mythical beasts; surmounted by an apron carved with archaistic confronting chilong; the wide seat framed by a three-panel stepped back and two side rails; decorated with burl wood panels; the seat supporting a small rectangular stand of similar design; the wood covered in lacquer of deep chestnut tone