Chinese Altar Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Planters The skilfully turned legs offer

The skilfully turned legs offer an incredibly sturdy base

This beautifully painted 19th century Indian window shutter depicts Radha and Krishna

this versatile piece is ideal for displaying ceramics

it has been painted with traditional Indian designs

Used for transporting fragile goods & liquids by ship around the Oriental seas

Chinese Altar Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Planters The skilfully turned legs offerThis beautiful antique Chinese altar table dates to the 19th century and is crafted from solid walnut which has developed a wonderful patina over the years. It has an elegant and sophisticated form and is still a strong and sturdy piece. Altar tables were used for ancestor worship in China. Usually, a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss sticks lit & placed on the table for the well being of the household. They were always