Black Lacquer Altar Table from Shanxi - Early 19th Century Singing Bowl Features: Traditional bottle-shaped vase

Features: Traditional bottle-shaped vase

Here‚¬„¢s an exception

Four peacocks perch at the rim of the oil reservoir ready to drink

A similar example can be found in Auspicious by Design by Corona (Plate 35)

Black Lacquer Altar Table from Shanxi - Early 19th Century Singing Bowl Features: Traditional bottle-shaped vaseAltar tables were used for ancestor worship in China. Usually, a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss sticks lit & placed on the table for the well being of the household. They were always long & narrow in form a configuration seldom found in antique European furniture. Woods used are Elm, red elm, walnut & more rarely cypress & pear. Our pieces are mostly 19th century & early 20th century. From China UK Delivery Charge except