4 Drawer Altar Table From Shanxi - 19thC Shelf 104 x 45 x 84

104 x 45 x 84  (wxdxh cms)

a small but fascinating reminder of the bench's long working life

Practical and decorative in equal measure

259 x 39 x 87

double doors with interior shelving

4 Drawer Altar Table From Shanxi - 19thC Shelf 104 x 45 x 84This 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