Black Lacquer Console Table From Shanxi - 19th Century
This rustic Chinese altar table is made in classic Ming style dating from the 19th century and is originally from Shanxi. They were always long & narrow in form - a configuration seldom found in antique European furniture.Ā Ā
Altar tables were used for ancestor worship in China. This piece was once fully black lacquered and with use, the wood grain is partially visible. It's made from a mix of poplar and elm woods.Ā
Usually, a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss sticks lit & placed on the table for the well-being of the household.
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Black Lacquer Console Table From Shanxi - 19th Century
This rustic Chinese altar table is made in classic Ming style dating from the 19th century and is originally from Shanxi. They were always long & narrow in form - a configuration seldom found in antique European furniture.Ā Ā
Altar tables were used for ancestor worship in China. This piece was once fully black lacquered and with use, the wood grain is partially visible. It's made from a mix of poplar and elm woods.Ā
Usually, a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss sticks lit & placed on the table for the well-being of the household.
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£80
More delivery options available at checkout
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This rustic Chinese altar table is made in classic Ming style dating from the 19th century and is originally from Shanxi. They were always long & narrow in form - a configuration seldom found in antique European furniture.Ā Ā
Altar tables were used for ancestor worship in China. This piece was once fully black lacquered and with use, the wood grain is partially visible. It's made from a mix of poplar and elm woods.Ā
Usually, a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss sticks lit & placed on the table for the well-being of the household.
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£80
More delivery options available at checkout
