As with other sectors in China, the benchmark for luxury is often price and origin related. Brands from France, Italy, Germany, the UK and US are popular, especially those that are clearly imported because like many other luxury products, greater trust is put on authenticity, and in the case of furniture, safety and quality. A consumer would expect to spend 50,000 RMB upwards on a sofa if it was luxury, and often two or more times this amount……

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