An Elmwood Altar Table, Qiaotou'an

MING DYNASTY, 17TH CENTURY

明榆木夾頭榫‘麒麟捧壽’翹頭案
the rectangular top terminating in upturned scroll-form flanges, set over a beaded apron with reticulated spandrels showing chilongs. The paneled legs set with three friezes of reticulated decoration showing a deer with prunus and a shou medallion, the whole supported on a pair rectangular bases, and painted with the original lacquer.

Length 62 1/2 x height 33 x depth 19 1/4 in., 1/2 158.7 x 83.7 x 49 cm.

Property from the Collection of Bruce H. and Eleanor A. Knowles, Williamsburg, Virginia

Provenance:

Acquired from C.L. Ma Antiques, Hong Kong, May 31, 1991.

The overall structural integrity in good stable condition: joints and supports all appear sounds, with some fissures visible at the underside of the tabletop that do not detract from the overall integrity of the work. The surface with wear to the lacquer alongside surface marks and scratches consistent with use and age. A circular watermark to the top at one corner, bruising at the extremities, particularly the feet.

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Chinese and Himalayan Works of Art

An Elmwood Altar Table, Qiaotou'an

Chinese and Himalayan Works of Art

An Elmwood Altar Table, Qiaotou'an

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