This elegant Chinese altar table (or wine table) showcases classic Qing-dynasty design principles, balancing a structured silhouette with fluid, detailed ornamentation. Crafted from a dense, richly grained dark hardwood, the rectangular flush-panel top rests over an exceptionally deep, continuous apron featuring intricate openwork carving. The apron is decorated with beautifully stylized, scrolling lingzhi (fungus of immortality) motifs and elongated ruyi-shaped cartouches that lend an airy, graceful quality to the substantial frame. It is supported by robust, straight legs of square section, accented by raised diamond bosses at the shoulders and anchored by an openwork multi-tiered stretcher base with scrolling floor runners. The feet terminate in subtly carved, stylized archaic key-fret scrolls. Presenting a warm, naturally aged patina with beautiful grain variations on the top panel, this versatile console table exhibits minor historic surface wear, superficial scratches, and gentle structural contraction joints consistent with age and authentic use, making it a striking statement piece for an entryway, gallery, or living space.

Dimensions:  w41" x d17.5" x h37.5"
Origin: China
Material: Solid Wood
Condition: hand-made, distressed marks, original chip marks . 
Work: Ship in 1 piece

US domestic continental buyer of 48 states pays $445 shipping charge for curbside delivery. Customer from New York, Hawaii, Alaska, US Island, Florida Keywest, and Canada pays extra shipping cost. Insurance and handling charges are already included in the shipping cost. In-store pick-up is highly welcomed if you are in San Francisco Bay Area. (No charge) White-Glove (4-8 weeks transit) service can be arranged with additional cost - needs quotation based on the destination.
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