Ming Style Half Table From Shanxi - Early 19th Century Planters the central Lakshmi carving is

the central Lakshmi carving is missing her right hand

Date: Modern composition using 18th–20th century reclaimed architectural panels

The recessed drawer pulls featured on this chest reached high popularity in the Taisho era as they mimicked those seen on British campaign furniture

Suitable for hanging portrait or landscape

This vintage painted Chinese trunk is known as an Opera Chest and originates from Shanxi Province and dates from the late 19th century

Ming Style Half Table From Shanxi - Early 19th Century Planters the central Lakshmi carving isThis elegant antique Chinese half table is from Shanxi province and dates to the early part of the 19th century. This table is crafted from northern elm wood (yumu ) which has developed a beautiful patina over time. Originally the whole table was finished with burgundy lacquer which has worn away at the top and the higher points. The sophisticated brass hardware is original to the table and the squared shape is typical of many pieces dating to the