Oriental Console Tables

A curated collection of Oriental console tables — balancing the graceful symmetry of Chinese altar and wine tables with the rustic, architectural beauty of Indian teak consoles. Each piece, whether antique or re-crafted from old materials, embodies the refined craftsmanship and cultural lineage of its region.

Chinese Elegance & Proportion

Chinese consoles and altar tables are known for their precise joinery, restrained form and subtle detail, especially those from the Ming & Qing dynasties. Originally placed in halls or ancestral shrines, these long, narrow tables were designed to hold offerings, incense and scholar’s objects. Crafted from northern elm (榆木 / yúmù), walnut (胡桃木 / hútáomù) and cypress (柏木 / bǎimù), they exemplify balance and clarity of line. Lacquered and painted examples from Shanxi and Gansu feature auspicious motifs and soft patinas that speak of centuries of use and quiet ritual.

Indian Craft & Architectural Origins

Indian console tables bring a more rustic, sculptural presence. Many are crafted from reclaimed teak panels, salvaged corbelling, and ceiling beams from 19th-century havelis and temples across Rajasthan and Gujarat. Each bears traces of its architectural past — hand-carved brackets, floral reliefs, and pale, time-worn surfaces. These tables embody the beauty of repurposed design, uniting craftsmanship, history, and sustainability.

Versatility & Placement

With their long forms and shallow depths, console tables are ideally suited to modern interiors — perfect in hallways, behind sofas, or beneath mirrors and artworks. Drawered versions offer subtle storage, while pared-back altar tables bring an elegant, architectural line to a contemporary space.

Restoration & Finish

Each piece is hand-restored by our specialist team, preserving its original joinery, surface texture and patina. Whether lacquered, bleached, or left raw, every table reflects the understated harmony that defines Indigo Antiques’ vision — authentic, enduring, and quietly expressive.