Antique Country-Style Chinese Red Lacquer Altar Desk

Description

Antique Country-Style Chinese Red Lacquer Altar Desk/Console Table

This small Chinese red lacquer altar table has a top with mitered … more Antique Country-Style Chinese Red Lacquer Altar Desk/Console Table

This small Chinese red lacquer altar table has a top with mitered corners over a pair of brackets centering a single drawer with a brass pull. The inset apron on four canted legs is joined by raised stretchers. From the late Qing Dynasty, it is in overall good condition with minor early restoration, some stain, minor lacquer losses and age wear, originally from Hebei Province. It has been constructed from Yumu or northern elmwood.

Circa 1870

Dimensions
H 31.5"
W 36.5"
D 20.5" less