Painted Elm Kang Table From Shanxi - Late 19th Century Sideboards developed in the Jingdezhen kilns

developed in the Jingdezhen kilns during the Kangxi reign (1662–1722)

The central stand is called a stambha and is decorated with both an elephant and a peacock

This vase is hand made on the traditional potters wheel

traditional Tibetan scrollwork borders

the lotus base engraved with Tibetan script

Painted Elm Kang Table From Shanxi - Late 19th Century Sideboards developed in the Jingdezhen kilnsThis 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