Painted Elm Kang Table From Shanxi - Late 19th Century Sideboards traditional Tibetan scrollwork borders

traditional Tibetan scrollwork borders

the heat of friction softening the lacquer and coating the surface in vibrant tones

Rajasthan is known locally as a jharokha or jharoka

the lotus base engraved with Tibetan script

This elegant Yumu elm console table from Shanxi dates to the 19th century and is a fine example of the long

Painted Elm Kang Table From Shanxi - Late 19th Century Sideboards traditional Tibetan scrollwork bordersThis kang table is from Shanxi province and dates from the late 19th century. Kang tables were used on either side of the kang, a raised stone platform in wealthy Chinese homes used as a bed. Traditionally the kang was heated in winter. The original black lacquer & paintwork still remains and it has beautiful floral carvings These make great tables for the end of a bed or for a small T. V or stereo system. With three useful drawers in the front to