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18th Century Painting Table

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18th Century Painting Table This is a flush sided painting table with straight horse hoof feet. The aprons are in the form of open carved dragons with tails of thunder spirals. This type of carving is very typical of Qianlong period. This table was used as a painting table for a scholar to practice calligraphy. The construction is of standard mitered frame members with a tongue and grooved floating panel. The legs are mitered and tenoned to the top frame. There is some minor repair at the bottom of the legs. Wood: Ju (Southern Elm) Origin: Suzhou Period: 18th C.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)Width: 54.5 in (138.43 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: The bases of the legs show some minor repairs. Replacements made: Minor repairs at the base of the legs. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Santa Monica, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MM2481stDibs: LU7830236133232

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