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Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved ‘Hongmu’ and Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Barrel or Drum-shaped Table .
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for sale €3,393     $3,683
£2,900
M Lees and Sons

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Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved ‘Hongmu’ and Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Barrel or Drum-shaped Table .

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty carved ‘hongmu’ and ‘mother-of-pearl’ inlaid barrel or drum-shaped table .

Finely-made Chinese nacre-shell inlaid carved hardwood table of drum form with inset circular rouge marble top . The open-work carved and shaped sides of cross-over form with a central ‘tied knot’ or boss. The curved and shaped barrel sides with profuse and skilfully inlaid ‘mother-of-pearl’ shell decoration.

The top edge inlaid with ‘mother-of-pearl’ shell stud decoration . The inset top of a well-selected pink variegated rouge marble.

Raised on small ogee-section shaped feet .

In excellent original condition with no damage or losses to the inlay . Has achieved a rich consistent patination and colour .

*NB . A identical table sold Christie’s London 01/04/2014 Sale No. 5251 Lot No. 110 £4250 .

H 21 “

W 20”

W 20”

China c.1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated this Chinese Hongmu Barrel Stool to the 1880s.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA739527
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 2010
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
Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty carved ‘hongmu’ and ‘mother-of-pearl’ inlaid barrel or drum-shaped table .
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Finely-made Chinese nacre-shell inlaid carved hardwood table of drum form with inset circular rouge marble top.
M Lees and Sons

. The open-work carved and shaped sides of cross-over form with a central ‘tied knot’ or boss. The curved and shaped barrel sides with profuse and skilfully inlaid ‘mother-of-pearl’ shell decoration.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hongmu drum-shaped stool decorated with mother-of-pearl floral inlay and carved openwork sides.
fig 1. Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved ‘Hongmu’ and Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Barrel or Drum-shaped Table .

The top edge inlaid with ‘mother-of-pearl’ shell stud decoration . The inset top of a well-selected pink variegated rouge marble.

Raised on small ogee-section shaped feet .

In excellent original condition with no damage or losses to the inlay . Has achieved a rich consistent patination and colour .

NB . A identical table sold Christie’s London 01/04/2014 Sale No. 5251 Lot No. 110 £4250 .

H 21 “

W 20”

W 20”

China c.1880

Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Chinese Hongmu Barrel Stool to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA739527
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 2010
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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Archive I A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hongmu drum-shaped stool decorated with mother-of-pearl floral inlay and carved openwork sides.

Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved ‘Hongmu’ and Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Barrel or Drum-shaped Table .

Archive II A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hongmu drum-shaped stool decorated with mother-of-pearl floral inlay and carved openwork sides. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hongmu drum-shaped stool decorated with mother-of-pearl floral inlay and carved openwork sides. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hongmu drum-shaped stool decorated with mother-of-pearl floral inlay and carved openwork sides. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hongmu drum-shaped stool decorated with mother-of-pearl floral inlay and carved openwork sides. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hongmu drum-shaped stool decorated with mother-of-pearl floral inlay and carved openwork sides. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hongmu drum-shaped stool decorated with mother-of-pearl floral inlay and carved openwork sides. View VII
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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
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A nineteenth-century Chinese dark hongmu drum-shaped stool decorated with mother-of-pearl floral inlay and carved openwork sides.
Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty carved ‘hongmu’ and mother-of-pearl inlaid barrel or drum-shaped table .
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  • ObjectSide Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleQing Dynasty
  • MaterialHongmu, Mother-of-pearl
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsMother-of-pearl floral inlay, Boss studs, Openwork double-ring frame, Drum silhouette
  • SizeH 52 cm (20 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

This late nineteenth-century Chinese Qing Dynasty side table takes a barrel or drum-shaped form measuring 52 cm high, 50 cm wide, and 50 cm deep. Produced around 1880 from dark brown hongmu hardwood, the piece displays openwork carved sides in a cross-over pattern featuring a central tied knot boss and small ogee-section shaped feet. The curved exterior surfaces exhibit profuse mother-of-pearl floral inlay, while the top edge incorporates inlaid mother-of-pearl stud decoration alongside an inset circular pink variegated rouge marble top. Positioned in a home today at the end of a sofa, the table functions as a decorative surface supporting lamps or small objects. The dark timber has achieved a rich consistent patination and colour, contrasting with the iridescent white shell motifs and the reddish tones of the stone insert. The structure incorporates hollow curved compartments within its frame, presenting a detailed silhouette suitable for maximalist interior styling.

FAQs

A Qing Dynasty barrel stool, also referred to as a drum stool or garden seat, is a traditional form of Chinese seating characterised by its rounded, barrel-like silhouette, openwork sides, and studded rim detailing.

These stools were primarily constructed from dense, high-grade hardwoods such as hongmu or zitan, frequently embellished with carved openwork panels, natural mother-of-pearl inlays, or porcelain inserts.

Authentic pieces feature traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery without metal nails, hand-carved decorative motifs, natural wear patterns along touchpoints, and subtle variations in the hand-cut mother-of-pearl inlays.

In modern settings, these versatile items function effectively as occasional side tables alongside low-profile sofas, as statement accent seats in entryways, or positioned within living room alcoves.

Dust regularly using a dry microfibre cloth, avoid placing the object near direct heat sources or in fluctuating humidity, and periodically apply a high-grade beeswax polish to nourish the wood.
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