Burgundy Lacquered Chinese Altar Table - Ca 1900 Style - Teapot Traditionally used for rolling chapatis

Traditionally used for rolling chapatis and everyday food preparation

This puja chowki (also spelled pooja chowki) is from Kutch in Western Gujarat

Traditionally rung at the beginning and conclusion of prayers

They come in all sizes a set is made that nests one inside the other when not in use

Their warm golden patina and delicately worked decoration make them beautiful in their own right

Burgundy Lacquered Chinese Altar Table - Ca 1900 Style - Teapot Traditionally used for rolling chapatisThis classic Chinese altar table dates to the turn of the century circa 1900. It perfectly suits a corridor or living room. The frame is constructed from red elm (jumu) wood, highly valued in China and has developed a wonderful patina over time. It was originally fully coated in burgundy lacquer which is still intact today. Altar tables were used for ancestor worship in China. Usually, a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss