Chinese Carved Coffee Table 19th Century

Name: 19th Century Chinese Coffee Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1200097
Price: 850 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectCoffee Tables
Period19th century
StyleQing Dynasty
MaterialHardwood, Elm
ColourDark Brown
MotifsCarved apron, Scroll feet, Floating panel top, Mortise and tenon joinery
SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 83 cm (33 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

This nineteenth-century Chinese coffee table belongs to the Qing Dynasty style, executed in dark brown elm hardwood. The rectangular floating panel top has plain surfaces enclosed by simple raised mouldings, sitting above a deeply carved apron decorated with traditional motifs along the sides and front. Sturdy square legs support the piece, terminating in distinct stylized scroll feet with curled ends, joined by mortise and tenon joinery. The timber exhibits a rich, polished dark wood grain with natural variations in tone across the surfaces. Measuring 28 cm high, 83 cm wide and 49 cm deep, the low profile suits placement as a central coffee table in a gentleman's library or living room setting. The surface accommodates books, decorative objects or tea services, while the compact dimensions allow placement in both spacious reception rooms and more intimate seating areas. The traditional craftsmanship and dark finish integrate smoothly into period interiors as well as contemporary decorative schemes.

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Historically used in northern China, kang tables were low-standing pieces placed directly onto raised heated brick platforms called kangs. They served as central surfaces for dining, writing, and tea service during daily household life.

These tables were crafted from dense native hardwoods such as elm, rosewood, or hongmu using traditional joinery. Artisans employed complex mortise-and-tenon joints without metal nails, allowing the timber to expand and contract naturally with climate variations.

Authentic pieces feature hand-carved relief decoration, visible pegged frame-and-panel tops, and hand-planed undersides. Evidence of historical wood shrinkage around floating panels and aged patina on lower legs further confirm genuine period origins.

In modern interiors, these pieces function effectively as coffee tables or low focal points in living rooms. The dark timber and structured silhouette complement both minimalist contemporary sofas and eclectic, layered seating groups.

Maintain the surface by dusting regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth. To protect the timber and original finish, keep the item away from direct heat sources and apply a thin coat of natural beeswax polish annually.

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19th Century Chinese Coffee Table

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