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Lacquered Altar Console Table with Everted Flanges and Cloud Carved Apron
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A Chinese altar console table with everted flanges, cloud-form brackets, and a warm lacquered finish in shades of red, orange, and brown. The table’s architectural form is defined by a long, rectangular plank top with raised flanges at either end, creating a dynamic, upward gesture that draws the eye. Below, the shaped apron is punctuated by carved cloud motifs—symbols often associated with harmony and transcendence in traditional Chinese design—lending the piece both balance and visual lift.
The four legs are subtly splayed and accented with vertical reeded lines, grounding the composition while echoing the linear rhythm of the top. On each side, openwork stretchers connect the legs with refined, pierced carvings that add structure without heaviness. The back apron, left unadorned, reinforces the emphasis on frontal presentation, suggesting the table was designed to stand against a wall or serve as a ceremonial focal point.
The lacquer surface shows a rich interplay of hues—deep red, burnt orange, and darkened brown—enhancing the wood grain and highlighting the craftsmanship in the carved details. Though understated in silhouette, the piece carries a quiet grandeur, making it well-suited for use as a console, sofa table, or as a display platform for ceramics, sculpture, or books.
Whether placed in a minimalist interior or layered into a more eclectic space, this altar table lends gravitas and symmetry, offering both function and sculptural presence.
- Dimensions:Height: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Width: 72 in (182.88 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Please refer to the various additional photos for further condition detail and contact us with any questions!
- Seller Location:Yonkers, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: YN7636 / FEA Home 1stDibs: LU863933519632
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