Description

Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty carved hardwood low Kang or �opium� table.
Chinese scroll-end �huali� low table with superbly-executed pierced and carved friezes depicting opposing long-tailed dragons chasing �the flaming pearl of wisdom� . The solid scrolled-over ends carved in relief with stylised auspicious bat motifs , the scrolled feet with carved details.
The table of free-standing form with all-round decoration, to sit in the centre of a room .
The inset �floating� panel top with a gently bevelled or �fielded� edge .
In excellent original condition with no damage, breaks or repairs. The whole table having achieved a consistent rich, mellow patination to the heavy-quality figured timber.
Has been cleaned and waxed in our workshops.
H 13�
W 37�
D 18�
China c.1890
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 .
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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 .
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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.
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