Black Lacquer Kang Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Camphor Wood The generous central cavity provides

The generous central cavity provides additional storage while maintaining the elegant proportions of the chest

Rather than using conventional hinged doors

It would look great in an old cottage or displayed in a modern house on a feature wall

This reproduction Chinese porcelain vase is hand painted and made in the classic Chinese style

the interior is all original and you can see where the shelves have been moved during its long life

Black Lacquer Kang Table From Shanxi - 19th Century Material - Camphor Wood The generous central cavity providesThis finely carved kang table originates from Shanxi province in Northern China and dates from the mid 19th century. Built from northern elm (yumu ) and finished in black lacquer, it would have been placed on or beside the kang, the raised brick platform that formed the centre of domestic life in northern homes. Families used low tables like this for tea, reading, writing and displaying valued objects. The substantial form and detailed carving relate