A timeless example of Chinese provincial carpentry, this matching pair of rectangular stools is crafted from solid Yumu wood, prized for its distinct grain and durability. Constructed using traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery—meaning no nails were used—they feature a classic "floating panel" top that allows the wood to breathe and expand with the seasons. The design is elegant in its simplicity, featuring slightly splayed legs for stability and straight box stretchers near the base. A subtle carved detail on the apron adds a touch of decoration to these otherwise utilitarian pieces, which would have originally served as flexible seating in a Chinese household. This set of two is a "unicorn" find for small-space living due to their exceptionally slim 11-inch depth. They function brilliantly as narrow nightstands in a tight guest bedroom where standard bedside tables won't fit, offering just enough surface area for a phone, water glass, and sconce lamp. In a living room, they shine as sculptural side tables flanking a sofa. **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.