Antique Carved Altar Table

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This striking long altar table was originally produced in Shanxi province with classic 'everted' table ends - a feature denoting … Read more This striking long altar table was originally produced in Shanxi province with classic 'everted' table ends - a feature denoting that it was made for religious purpose as a display for offerings to Chinese ancestors.
Intricately carved geometric patterns add a wonderful feature to the panels between the legs that incorporate 'rui' shapes to symbolise high rank and authority, the spandrels at the top of each front leg each show a coiled dragon.
This long table is almost three metres in length and has been largely stripped back to reveal the natural wood beneath, making this a lovely statement piece as a large console for a hallway or living area in a modern home. See less