Black Lacquer 3 Drawer Elm Console Table From Shanxi - 19thC Wine Jar the heat generated softened the

the heat generated softened the lac and a thin lacquer of colour was deposited on the wood

This antique low table From Mongolia was originally used as a prayer table

Carved Wood Mihrab Mirror Frame with a Sky Blue and limed finish - from Rajasthan

According to historic records

Black Lacquer 3 Drawer Elm Console Table From Shanxi - 19thC Wine Jar the heat generated softened theBlack Lacquered Scholars Desk from Shanxi Province dating from the 19th century. Black lacquer was commonly used in Shanxi province as to this day it is a prominent coal mining province. The coal was mixed with lacquer to produce this black lacquer. The top has worn with time. With 3 handy drawers. From China 101 x 45 x 84 (WxDxH cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 80 More delivery options available at checkout