Black Lacquer Altar Table from Shanxi - Early 19th Century Singing Bowl Four peacocks perch at the

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

This vase is hand made on the potters wheel in the traditional way

Made in Northern Chinese elm (yumu) it is from Gansu province in Northern China

Condition: Beautiful weathered patina consistent with age and use

This chair is an antique piece with later intricate bone inlay work in traditional style

Black Lacquer Altar Table from Shanxi - Early 19th Century Singing Bowl Four peacocks perch at theAltar 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