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19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table
19th Century Chinese Altar Table

19th Century Chinese Altar Table

$ 1267.2

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Featured Refinements: Chinese Altar Table
  • Condition: Good; structurally sound, old worn antique finish, minor shrinkage at top, splitting (naturals observed on 1 leg and 2 atop table surface at a corner), distress wear, see images.
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Primary Material: Wood
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • California Prop 65 Warning: N/A
  • Color: Brown

    Description

    The late Qing period Chinese altar table, carved wood mortised through and pinned construction, features a rectangular top above a carved key-fret and pierced frieze design (forest scene of a standing fox), apron and side panels mirrored on two sides, square legs reinforced by stretchers below terminate in scroll work feet.
    Note: A mythical fox entity, originating from Chinese mythology, is a common motif in East Asian mythology. In East Asian folklore, foxes are depicted as a familiar spirit possessed of magic powers. These foxes are depicted as mischievous, usually tricking other people, with the ability to disguise themselves as a beautiful woman.