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Carved Burmese Side Table Harwood Mayanmar Burma Colonial Furniture
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Carved Burmese Side Table Harwood Mayanmar Burma Colonial Furniture

19th century
Description

Fine antique Burmese carved hardwood side table dating from circa 1860

Octagonal top with intricate pierced floral and foliate carving

Central carved medallion surrounded by geometric borders Deep pierced and carved apron with scrolling floral decoration

Raised on a carved central pedestal with four elaborately carved supports

Rich dark colour and patina throughout

Wonderful example of 19th century Burmese craftsmanship Circa 1860

Country of Origin: Burma / Myanmar

We will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

All items fully restored and offered in very good condition

Dimensions:

Width x Depth x Height

30 in (76 cm) x 30 in (76 cm) x 29 in (74 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
76cm (29.92")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated this Carved Burmese Side Table to the 1860s.

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SA1236864
Description
Fine antique Burmese carved hardwood side table dating from circa 1860

Octagonal top with intricate pierced floral and foliate carving

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Central carved medallion surrounded by geometric borders Deep pierced and carved apron with scrolling floral decoration.
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fig 1. An antique octagonal dark hardwood side table featuring intricate pierced floral carvings around the apron and a central turned pedestal supported by three mythical carved beast legs.
fig 1. Carved Burmese Side Table Harwood Mayanmar Burma Colonial Furniture

Raised on a carved central pedestal with four elaborately carved supports

Rich dark colour and patina throughout

Wonderful example of 19th century Burmese craftsmanship Circa 1860

Country of Origin: Burma / Myanmar

fig 2. An antique octagonal dark hardwood side table featuring intricate pierced floral carvings around the apron and a central turned pedestal supported by three mythical carved beast legs.
fig 2. Carved Burmese Side Table Harwood Mayanmar Burma Colonial Furniture

We will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

All items fully restored and offered in very good condition

Dimensions:

Width x Depth x Height

30 in (76 cm) x 30 in (76 cm) x 29 in (74 cm)

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
76cm (29.92")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this Carved Burmese Side Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236864
Canonbury Antiques
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London UK antiques & decorative arts - ships globally

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Archive I An antique octagonal dark hardwood side table featuring intricate pierced floral carvings around the apron and a central turned pedestal supported by three mythical carved beast legs.

Carved Burmese Side Table Harwood Mayanmar Burma Colonial Furniture

Archive II An antique octagonal dark hardwood side table featuring intricate pierced floral carvings around the apron and a central turned pedestal supported by three mythical carved beast legs. View II
Archive III An antique octagonal dark hardwood side table featuring intricate pierced floral carvings around the apron and a central turned pedestal supported by three mythical carved beast legs. View III
Archive IV An antique octagonal dark hardwood side table featuring intricate pierced floral carvings around the apron and a central turned pedestal supported by three mythical carved beast legs. View IV
Archive V An antique octagonal dark hardwood side table featuring intricate pierced floral carvings around the apron and a central turned pedestal supported by three mythical carved beast legs. View V
Archive VI An antique octagonal dark hardwood side table featuring intricate pierced floral carvings around the apron and a central turned pedestal supported by three mythical carved beast legs. View VI
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An antique octagonal dark hardwood side table featuring intricate pierced floral carvings around the apron and a central turned pedestal supported by three mythical carved beast legs.
Carved Burmese Side Table Harwood Mayanmar Burma Colonial Furniture
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An antique octagonal dark hardwood side table featuring intricate pierced floral carvings around the apron and a central turned pedestal supported by three mythical carved beast legs.
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  • ObjectSide Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian Colonial
  • MaterialHardwood, Teak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsOctagonal top, Pierced floral carving, Zoomorphic legs, Turned pedestal
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 76 cm (30 in) x D 76 cm (30 in)

Burmese carved colonial furniture emerged during the late nineteenth century under British administration, combining native woodcarving techniques with Western furniture forms. Local artisans adapted traditional Buddhist and royal temple carving skills to create decorative domestic items for export and colonial residences.

These tables were typically crafted from dense native hardwoods such as teak, rosewood, or padauk. Construction relied on traditional joinery methods combined with extensive hand carving, fretwork, and pierced relief work using chisels and hand tools.

Authentic period pieces exhibit deep, high-relief hand carving with slight irregularities, dense native timber weight, and deep natural patination in recesses. Look for traditional motifs such as peacocks, floral scrolls, and mythical chinthe creatures alongside hand-cut joinery.

Position the table beside tailored seating or in an entryway to introduce architectural texture and historical depth. Complement the dark timber with neutral upholstery, modern lighting, or minimal ceramics to balance the detailed woodwork.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry brush to clear intricate crevices without scratching the surface. Apply high-grade beeswax sparingly to nourish the timber, and maintain stable indoor humidity away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
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