Chinese Kneehole Desk From Shanghai - 19th Century Origin - Persia Indo-Portuguese Influence

Indo-Portuguese Influence

An almost identical example can be found in  the National Museum

Black lacquer export sewing kits and games boxes were also made

finished in layers of lacquer typical of the region

Chinese Kneehole Desk From Shanghai - 19th Century Origin - Persia Indo-Portuguese InfluenceThis small and practical Chinese desk table would work brilliantly in a home office, hallway or small room. A beautiful patina has developed across the desk from continual use. The table is constructed from northern Chinese red elm wood (jumu ). This style of kneehole desk may well have been influenced by Western traders. It has three drawers making it more functional than much traditional Chinese antique furniture. The brass is original and has