18th Century Painting Table

This is a flush sided painting table with straight horse hoof feet. The aprons are in the form of open carved dragons with tails of thunder spirals. This type of carving is very typical of Qianlong period. This table was used as a painting table for a scholar to practice calligraphy. The construction is of standard mitered frame members with a tongue and grooved floating panel. The legs are mitered and tenoned to the top frame. There is some minor repair at the bottom of the legs.
Wood: Ju (Southern Elm) Origin: SuzhouPeriod: 18th C.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Wear consistent with use and age.

We clean and wax each piece. Restorations are made as necessary. We do not refinish. The bases of the legs show some minor repairs.

Origin:
China

Materials & Techniques:
Elm

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: China
Table Shape: Rectangle

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Wear consistent with use and age.

We clean and wax each piece. Restorations are made as necessary. We do not refinish. The bases of the legs show some minor repairs.