Qing Dynasty 19th Century Lacquered Console Table with Carved Mythical Animals

A late Qing Dynasty center hall table from the late 19th, early 20th century with hand-carved fretwork motifs. A striking example of traditional Chinese craftsmanship, this antique center hall table boasts an elegantly carved hardwood frame with a rich, lacquered patina that has developed over time. The apron and legs are adorned with elaborate openwork carvings, depicting stylized dragons intertwined with scrolling foliage, a traditional Chinese motif symbolizing strength, prosperity, and protection. These mythical creatures, delicately rendered, add a dynamic sense of movement to the table's design. Cabriole legs, gracefully curved and adorned with pierced carvings, rest on delicate scroll feet, further emphasizing the refined silhouette. The reddish-brown lacquer finish, softened by a natural patina, enhances the table’s depth and character, reflecting generations of use and appreciation. Perfect as a statement piece in an entryway, this hall table creates an immediate sense of refinement and history. Its substantial 24-inch apron clearance allows for practical placement as a console behind a sofa, or even as a display table for decorative objects, books, or an antique vase. In a dining room, it can serve as a distinctive serving table, complementing both classic and contemporary interiors with its rich textures and sculptural presence. Balancing function with artistry, this antique Chinese hall table...

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period wooden altar console table from the 19th century with original distressed lacquer, horse hoof legs and hump back side stretchers. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty period in the 19th century, this wooden altar console table features a long and narrow rectangular top with central board and very distressed patina, sitting above a simple apron. Boasting a nicely weathered appearance revealing its good age and use, the table is raised on four slender straight legs showcasing horse hoof extremities. The sides are strengthened thanks to small hump back stretchers. The ensemble presents a dark reddish brown lacquer with distressing present throughout the structure. With its clean lines, good proportions and great rustic character, this Chinese Qing Dynasty period lacquered wood altar console table...

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