This stunning console table is an exquisite example of a Chinese altar or scroll table, a form that has been central to Chinese furniture design since the Ming Dynasty. This piece dates to the early 20th century, utilizing traditional joinery and high-contrast decoration. The structure features a striking, smooth black lacquer finish, which dramatically frames the side cabinets. These cabinet fronts are adorned with deeply hand-carved panels, retaining their original, aged polychrome paint, creating a spectacular textural and color contrast. The result is a sculptural piece of history that commands attention in your living room, dining room or entry way.
The impressive six-foot width and unusual 40-inch height make this console an essential anchor piece. Its dramatic finish and practical storage make it perfect for Maximalist, Chinoiserie, and High-End Transitional homes. Position the console behind a large sofa. Its commanding 40-inch height elevates it above standard consoles, making it an excellent display platform for lamps, vases, and books. The hidden side doors on each end open to reveal crucial internal storage, making it incredibly practical for keys, mail, and other entryway essentials.
Specifications
- Era: Antique (early 20th century)
- Origin: Shanxi province, China; Ming Dynasty altar and scroll table tradition; lacquered wood
- Material: Solid wood with black lacquer finish and original polychrome painted carved panels
- Size: 72.75"(L) x 16"(D) x 40"(H)
- Color: Rubbed black lacquer with original polychrome painted panels
- Condition: Wear consistent with age and use; the aged lacquer and original painted surfaces are authentic historical character.
This six-foot Chinese altar or scroll table dates to the early 20th century, with a smooth black lacquer frame and deeply hand-carved side cabinet doors in their original aged polychrome paint. It measures 72.75 inches long, 16 inches deep and 40 inches high.
Q: What is an altar or scroll table?
A: It is a form that has been central to Chinese furniture design since the Ming Dynasty. This piece dates to the early 20th century and uses traditional joinery.
Q: Where is the storage?
A: Hidden side doors on each end open to internal storage for keys, mail and other entryway essentials.
Q: Why is the 40-inch height useful?
A: It lifts the table above a standard console, which makes it a good display platform for lamps, vases and books, for example behind a large sofa.
Q: What are the carved side doors like?
A: The cabinet fronts have deeply hand-carved panels that keep their original, aged polychrome paint against the black lacquer.
Q: How is it delivered?
A: It requires White Glove Delivery.
(Requires White Glove Delivery)
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