Burgundy Lacquered Chinese Altar Table - Ca 1900 Style - Teapot Traditionally rung at the beginning

Traditionally rung at the beginning and conclusion of prayers

A larger inferior example can be found in the National Crafts Museum in New Delhi

this stylish and functional juicer is as perfectly useable today as it was when first made and It would also make a unique decorative ornament

He was involved in the shin-hanga new art movement in early 20th century Japan

We have never encountered a piece like this in 40 years of dealing in Tibetan antique furniture

Burgundy Lacquered Chinese Altar Table - Ca 1900 Style - Teapot Traditionally rung at the beginningThis classic Chinese altar table dates to the turn of the century circa 1900. It perfectly suits a corridor or living room. The frame is constructed from red elm (jumu) wood, highly valued in China and has developed a wonderful patina over time. It was originally fully coated in burgundy lacquer which is still intact today. Altar tables were used for ancestor worship in China. Usually, a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss