Antique Chinese style camphor wood chest. Europe, ser. 20th century Volumetric artistic carving over the entire surface of the chest with images of symbols and scenes from life. Inside there is a shelf - a divider, which allows you to conveniently place things.Chests in modern interiors are used as a bench, as a coffee table, placing them in the office, hallway, living room.Camphor wood furniture is resistant to decay and highly resistant to insects, its natural fragrance is retained for a long time, so you can store good things in it that will retain their original appearance for a long time.And also the aroma of camphor wood has relaxing, soothing properties on the body. Such furniture in the house improves the functioning of the heart, nervous system, and facilitates breathing.In former times, and in some places to this day, it was customary to put things in a chest, usually wooden, decorated as richly as funds allowed, because it served as a symbol of prosperity.Designers suggest using chests instead of a coffee table, and with soft sets of a different style. The use of chests can be completely different, depending on your imagination.