Name: 4 Drawer Altar Table From Shanxi - 19thC
Brand: Indigo Antiques
SKU: C2463
Price: 1950.0 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

Wooden console table with decorative items including a gold Buddha statue, vases, and jars against a gray wall.

19th Century Bleached Willow Console Table From Shanxi With Four Drawers And Original Fittings

Corner Detail From 19th Century Bleached Willow Console Table From Shanxi With Four Drawers And Original Fittings

Angled View Of 19th Century Bleached Willow Console Table From Shanxi With Four Drawers And Original Fittings

Top Down View Of 19th Century Bleached Willow Console Table From Shanxi With Four Drawers And Original Fittings

Drawer Detail From 19th Century Bleached Willow Console Table From Shanxi With Four Drawers And Original Fittings

Table Top Detail From 19th Century Bleached Willow Console Table From Shanxi With Four Drawers And Original Fittings

Drawer Interior View Of 19th Century Bleached Willow Console Table From Shanxi With Four Drawers And Original Fittings

SKU: C2463 19th Century, from Shanxi, China

Dimensions:: W187 x D36 x H82 cm
Quality:: Every piece restored & checked in UK

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This elegant willow wood console table originates from Shanxi province and dates to the 19th century. Retaining all its original drawers and fittings, the table has acquired a beautifully bleached surface and a rich patina from long use. Its simple, elongated form and practical storage combine functionality with timeless provincial character.

Traditionally, altar tables like this were used for ancestor worship in China and Mongolia. A family ancestor portrait would be hung above, while joss sticks were lit and placed upon the table as part of daily ritual practice. At the same time, such pieces also served as occasional tables within the household, making them versatile and well-loved fixtures of domestic life. Today, its narrow profile and understated elegance make it a perfect choice for a hallway or as a functional statement in a modern interior.

Origin: Shanxi Province, China
Date: 19th Century
Materials: Willow wood with original drawers and fittings
Features: Four drawers; elongated narrow form; bleached surface with rich aged patina
Condition: Very good antique condition with age-related wear and surface marks consistent with use
Dimensions: W187 x D36 x H82 cm

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