Shanxi Elm Altar Table w195 Chinese altar tables

Chinese altar tables

With the emphasis on the beautiful grain of the elm wood

This is due to the two doors being set centrally which are a feature of furniture from Qinghai province in western China

each horse comes with a wooden stand as shown

Shanxi Elm Altar Table w195 Chinese altar tablesShanxi, circa 1860 This is a beautiful example of the classic Chinese altar table, used in temples and well to do homes throughout Chinese society. Tables like this one would be placed centrally against the rear wall of the main reception room of the home, used as a surface for offerings to ancestors, or to show displays of flowers or favourite prized ornaments such as jade or bronzes. As seen here, they were usually large and imposing in size and