Elm Kang Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Occasional Tables Materials: Hand Carved Yellow Sandstone

Materials: Hand Carved Yellow Sandstone

brass peacock coat hooks on painted teak bases adorned many elegant homes

making this an evocative and highly decorative piece

Most potters have learned their craft from the elders of their family

Very few of the most outstanding works like this cabinet remained in Japan as they were mostly exported

Elm Kang Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Occasional Tables Materials: Hand Carved Yellow SandstoneThis kang table is from Shanxi province and dates from the late 19th century. Kang tables were used on either side of the kang, a raised stone platform in wealthy Chinese homes used as a bed. Traditionally the kang was heated in winter. The original red lacquer & paintwork still remains and it has beautiful floral carvings These make great tables for the end of a bed or for a small T. V or stereo system. With three useful drawers in the front to stow