This provincial Chinese altar table dates from the 19th century - Qing dynasty. It is from Shanxi province in Northern China and is made from good quality wild poplar wood. It has four drawers and would be perfect in a hallway given its shallow depth. Made in the provincial style, this very elegant Chinese table has three very useful drawers - Ideal for a narrow hallway or in a dining area. Also known as Altar Tables they were used for ancestor worship in China. Usually, a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss sticks lit & placed on the table for the well-being of the household. They were always long & narrow in form - a configuration seldom found in antique European furniture. Dimensions: 193 x 49 x 84 (wxdxh cms) From China UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £80 More delivery options available at checkout
