A Quing Dynasty "Vein Ebony" Library Table
A magnificent late 19th century Chinese Vein or Striped Ebony library table.
The solid inset top with engraved silver mounts above an unadorned curved freize, raised on bold legs terminating in a robust ball foot.
Excellent original condition.
This rare table exhibits the clean minimalist form which is a hallmark of Ming and early Qing dynasty aesthetics, this now feels and looks contemporary in our eyes, would work well as a desk, sofa or side table.
Height 31.25in (79.5cm).
Lenght 75in (190.5cm).
Width 32in (82cm).
Clearance 25.25in (64cm).
This beautiful exotic hardwood was used during the Ming & Qing dynasties, not the same thing as Ebony, 黑檀 Hēi tán, "Vein Ebony", "Striped ebony" or “文木” in ancient Chinese.
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A magnificent late 19th century Chinese Vein or Striped Ebony library table.
The solid inset top with engraved silver mounts above an unadorned curved freize, raised on bold legs terminating in a robust ball foot.
Excellent original condition.
This rare table exhibits the clean minimalist form which is a hallmark of Ming and early Qing dynasty aesthetics, this now feels and looks contemporary in our eyes, would work well as a desk, sofa or side table.
Height 31.25in (79.5cm).
Lenght 75in (190.5cm).
Width 32in (82cm).
Clearance 25.25in (64cm).
This beautiful exotic hardwood was used during the Ming & Qing dynasties, not the same thing as Ebony, 黑檀 Hēi tán, "Vein Ebony", "Striped ebony" or “文木” in ancient Chinese.
