Description
Early C20th Chinese carved hardwood scroll-end rectangular altar table .
Rectangular altar or painting table with panelled top , carved and pierced friezes with scroll ends . The friezes with traditional carved detail of the dragon pursuing the flaming pearl of wisdom . The ends of the top with similar carved and pierced panels .
The shaped legs with open carved detail, joined by stretchers.
In excellent original condition, the top with a mellow colour and patina, the base with a rich polished reddish colour. Strong and stable with no damage or repairs.
Of freestanding form with identical carving to both sides.
Of good practical scale and proportions for use perhaps as a console or hall table to add an exotic oriental accent to an interior scheme.
H 33”
W 48”
D 17”
China c.1920
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 2411
Dimensions
Height = 84 cm (33")
Width = 122 cm (48")
Depth = 40 cm (16")
Early C20th Chinese carved hardwood scroll-end rectangular altar table .
Price
£550
| $704 USD | €663 EUR
Item Ref
ML 2411
Description
Early C20th Chinese carved hardwood scroll-end rectangular altar table .
Rectangular altar or painting table with panelled top , carved and pierced friezes with scroll ends . The friezes with traditional carved detail of the dragon pursuing the flaming pearl of wisdom . The ends of the top with similar carved and pierced panels .
The shaped legs with open carved detail, joined by stretchers.
In excellent original condition, the top with a mellow colour and patina, the base with a rich polished reddish colour. Strong and stable with no damage or repairs.
Of freestanding form with identical carving to both sides.
Of good practical scale and proportions for use perhaps as a console or hall table to add an exotic oriental accent to an interior scheme.
H 33”
W 48”
D 17”
China c.1920
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 2411
Dimensions
Height = 84 cm (33")
Width = 122 cm (48")
Depth = 40 cm (16")
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