Black Lacquer 3 Drawer Elm Console Table From Shanxi - 19thC Wine Jar They were placed directly on

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

Soft traces of its original pale painted finish remain

These are still made in the traditional way by hand in Henan Province China

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

Bikaner is famous for its fine painting of both buildings and boxes

Black Lacquer 3 Drawer Elm Console Table From Shanxi - 19thC Wine Jar They were placed directly onBlack 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