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Antique Chinese Pedestal Desk with Inlaid Marble; circa 1850 'Late Qing Dynasty'

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Antique Chinese pedestal desk with inlaid marble top. Era: Late Qing Dynasty Circa: 1850’s Material: blackwood & marble Origin: Guangzhou area Dimension : W 159.5 x D 65 x H 85 cm W 62.8" x D 25.59" x H33.46" in The desk is constructed by two pedestals, each containing two drawers, which support a removable top with three drawers, creating 7 drawers in total. Each pedestal has a lattice-work base. The desk is in unrestored original condition. One drawer handle is missing. The top is formed by three slates of marble inlaid in wooden frame. These dream-stone-type inlays were favored by Chinese scholars who collected these for their meditative effect: they’d be swayed by the mesmerizing pattern reminiscent of a flowing river, passing clouds or arduous mountains. The desk is in unrestored original condition. Provenance Ex James ’Giacomo’ Aurino collection, bought 16th June 2005 Currently in Stephanie Grusenmeyer Collection.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.47 in (85 cm)Width: 25.6 in (65 cm)Depth: 62.8 in (159.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Hardwood,Marble,Lacquered,Woodwork
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The desk is in unrestored original condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Bangkok, TH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ps5428 desk with stone top1stDibs: LU2561332322862

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