4 Drawer Altar Table From Shanxi - 19thC Shelf creating a warm and atmospheric

creating a warm and atmospheric display when lit

259 x 39 x 87

They were placed directly on the fire and wooden poles were inserted through the loop handles at each side to carry them

Hand-carved from solid teak

4 Drawer Altar Table From Shanxi - 19thC Shelf creating a warm and atmosphericThis 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