Elm Half Table From Shanxi Province - 19th Century Origin - Sri Lanka the carpentry is excellent and

the carpentry is excellent and although it is lightweight

Set against a fresh white field

76 x 34 x 33 (wxdxh cms)

The Ratha Yatra chariots are decorated with carved teak images - mostly of religious significance

30 x 17 x 11 (wxdxh cms)

Elm Half Table From Shanxi Province - 19th Century Origin - Sri Lanka the carpentry is excellent andThis elegant Antique Chinese half table is from Shanxi province and dates to the 19th century. This piece is crafted from northern elm wood (yumu) and has a beautiful patina from over a century & a half of use. This piece is one of a pair. The other one can be purchased HERE It is a good example of a classic Chinese half table. Half tables ( Bn zhu) have existed in China since before the Ming dynasty but rose to prominence in the Qing dynasty. They're