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Long Carved Chinese Altar Table, c. 1850

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This is a stunning and very long Chinese altar table that measures a full 10 ft. in length with carved end pedestals featuring high relief buddhistic lions and extensive fretwork uniting the pedestals. The pedestals have drawers at the ends. All elements of the table are original. Altar tables with this type of high relief carving, length and condition are very unusual. The top separates from the end pedestals for easy shipping.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Carved Wood
Condition:	Good. Overall very good condition; desirable natural patina.
Creation Date:	c. 1850-1870
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts010118
Incollect Reference #:	368017

Dimensions

W.	120.25 in;	H.	38 in;	D.	20 in;
W.	305.44 cm;	H.	96.52 cm;	D.	50.8 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH DESIGN ARTS expresses the broad decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri. Mary, having lived the majority of her life overseas--Mexico, Spain and Asia plus The East Coast and The South--brings these cultural influences to her carefully selected offerings. MJH DESIGN ARTS aims to offer objects incorporating great design, history, construction and life. Our aesthetic is constantly evolving and stretches from late 17th century furniture to 21st century lighting.

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