The square table is made of solid walnut wood, a hardwood that appeared to be exclusive, found only among furniture from Shanxi Province. The style is from the Ming Dynasty, a traditional square table with a slightly raised molded edge, a recessed apron supported by four elegant cabriole legs, The legs are straight almost halfway then curved inward and out towards the slightly sprayed feet. Two tightly fit panels form the table top, leaving a separation between the mitered frame as breathing room, expansion in the summer and contraction in the winter. Raised lines appear in the recessed apron, a common feature in Ming style furniture, adding nice details. As with all antique furniture, this was constructed using various joints.

Square tables such as this one are often used in the scholar's studios or as a dining table. It is said that the dishes of food smelled so good that the Eight Daoist Immortals came by to join the diners, thus giving the table this lofty name.


Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Most antique Chinese furniture need a bit of restoration. It is very possible that the table top was not the original. It is hard to tell because it is a good match. There are attempts to close the separations but note done wellWalnut is a hardwood but the rest of the table is not without nicks and tiny flaws due to age and use. It is not unusual to use two different kinds of wood for the table top and the frame.

Origin:
China

Materials & Techniques:
Walnut

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

Restored; Some Imperfections; Most antique Chinese furniture need a bit of restoration. It is very possible that the table top was not the original. It is hard to tell because it is a good match. There are attempts to close the separations but note done wellWalnut is a hardwood but the rest of the table is not without nicks and tiny flaws due to age and use. It is not unusual to use two different kinds of wood for the table top and the frame.