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C19th Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Carved Hardwood Centre/side or Console Table
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for sale €3,335     $3,620
£2,850
M Lees and Sons

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    M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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C19th Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Carved Hardwood Centre/side or Console Table

1900 - 1920
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

C19th Chinese late Qing Dynasty carved hardwood centre/side or console table. Well-proportioned 'hongmu' oblong side table of free-standing form . The panelled top above a heavily-carved frame with stylised leaf/wave design resembling 'vitruvian scroll' , joined by an open carved scroll-work frieze. Raised on slender, shaped rounded-section legs and shaped feet.

A stylish, useful scale table of excellent quality and well-chosen grade of timber.

Rich ,deep ,original patination and colour.

Ideal for use in a hall or reception-room setting.

No damage or repairs, waxed and cleaned ready to use.

H 32.5"

W 38"

D 17"

China c.1880

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Chinese Hardwood Console Table to the 1900s.

Independent Date Check ID 03616495
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques Date1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-155 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1900s:
Mitred frame top with floating panel: traditional joinery allowing natural timber movement.
Hand-carved pierced scrollwork apron: crisp chisel work typical of late Qing workshops.
Dark hongmu hardwood: natural softening and gentle wear to high points.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
82.5502cm (32.50")
Width
96.5202cm (38.00")
Depth
43.1801cm (17.00")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA373785
Dealers Internal Reference
ML1511
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
C19th Chinese late Qing Dynasty carved hardwood centre/side or console table. Well-proportioned 'hongmu' oblong side table of free-standing form .
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The panelled top above a heavily-carved frame with stylised leaf/wave design resembling 'vitruvian scroll' , joined by an open carved scroll-work frieze.
M Lees and Sons

Raised on slender, shaped rounded-section legs and shaped feet.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hardwood console table with an openwork carved apron and slender curved legs.
fig 1. C19th Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Carved Hardwood Centre/side or Console Table

A stylish, useful scale table of excellent quality and well-chosen grade of timber.

Rich ,deep ,original patination and colour.

Ideal for use in a hall or reception-room setting.

No damage or repairs, waxed and cleaned ready to use.

H 32.5"

W 38"

D 17"

China c.1880

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Chinese Hardwood Console Table to the 1900s.

Independent Date Report ID 03616495
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques dating1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-155 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1900s:
Mitred frame top with floating panel: traditional joinery allowing natural timber movement.
Hand-carved pierced scrollwork apron: crisp chisel work typical of late Qing workshops.
Dark hongmu hardwood: natural softening and gentle wear to high points.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
82.5502cm (32.50")
Width
96.5202cm (38.00")
Depth
43.1801cm (17.00")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA373785
Dealers Internal Ref
ML1511
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 368
Items Sold 1,600
M Lees and Sons
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A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hardwood console table with an openwork carved apron and slender curved legs.
C19th Chinese late Qing Dynasty carved hardwood centre/side or console table
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  • ObjectConsole Tables
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleQing Dynasty
  • MaterialCarved Hardwood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsOpenwork apron, Cabriole legs, Rectangular top, Scroll feet
  • SizeH 82.5502 cm (33 in) x W 96.5202 cm (38 in) x D 43.1801 cm (17 in)

This nineteenth-century Chinese late Qing Dynasty console table takes the form of a freestanding centre and side table in a dark brown carved hardwood. The rectangular panelled top sits above a heavily carved frame featuring a stylised leaf and wave design resembling a vitruvian scroll, supported by an openwork carved scroll-work frieze and slender cabriole legs ending in scroll feet. The surface exhibits a rich, deep, original waxed finish with visible natural grain and patination. The table stands 82.5502 cm high, 96.5202 cm wide, and 43.1801 cm deep. Suitable for placement as a console table beside the front door or in a reception room setting, this piece provides practical surface space while serving as an aesthetic focal point in a gentleman's library or hallway. The construction incorporates traditional joinery methods suited to freestanding display, offering an authentic period example for interior presentation.

FAQs

Late Qing Dynasty furniture is recognised for intricate hand carving, dark hardwood construction, and traditional joinery made without nails. Design elements frequently include stylized aprons, subtle cabriole legs, and balanced geometric proportions.

Traditional Chinese tables were constructed using dense indigenous hardwoods such as Zitan, Huanghuali, Hongmu, and chicken-wing wood. These timbers provided structural durability and allowed for detailed openwork carving.

Authentic period tables display floating panel construction, mortise-and-tenon joinery, natural shrinkage along timber joints, and hand-carved decorative aprons rather than machine-milled details.

A Chinese hardwood console table serves effectively in an entryway, behind a sofa, or along a narrow hallway. Pairing the dark timber with minimalist art or contemporary lighting creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish periodically. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and extreme moisture fluctuations to prevent timber movement or splitting.
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