Antique Chinese Ming Kang Table/Coffee Table, Circa 1800-1849

Description

This Antique Chinese Table is known as "Kang" Table in China. The table is handcrafted in an elegant Ming "Waist" … more This Antique Chinese Table is known as "Kang" Table in China. The table is handcrafted in an elegant Ming "Waist" furniture Style. The "waist" just below the tabletop is made from a separate piece of wood and carved in a "narrower waist" connecting the tabletop and the table body in a very unique way. The table is crafted with simple and straight lines combined with deeply curved legs. The table is made from elmwood with beautiful wood grain. The table is handcrafted and structured with wooden pegs and tenon structure, which is the very traditional craftsmanship for furniture making in ancient China. It can be used as a low coffee table or an occasional table. Circa early of 19th century. Original patina and wear. The table is heavy and has been kept in excellent condition.
Size: W30" x D18.5" x H8.5" less