Lacquer Elm Kang Table From Shanxi - Late 19thC Material - Kiri Wood Hand-turned from a single piece

Hand-turned from a single piece of hardwood

This piece comes with two drawers for storage which were originally fixed panels

the smell of camphor discouraged moths and other insects making these chests perfect for storage of silks

Three drawers separate the two compartments

The carving is crisp yet softened by time

Lacquer Elm Kang Table From Shanxi - Late 19thC Material - Kiri Wood Hand-turned from a single pieceThis black painted elm Chinese kang table is from Shanxi province and dates from the mid 19th century. The original black lacquer & painting still remains and there's a handy drawer in the front. These make great tables for the end of a bed or in front of a T. V or stereo system used behind a sofa or as a coffee table.