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Rare C18th Chinese Huanghuali Tripod Table; Chinese Export Made for the UK Market
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Rare C18th Chinese Huanghuali Tripod Table; Chinese Export Made for the UK Market

18th century
Sold 31 January 2025 · Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
This “Rare C18th Chinese Huanghuali Tripod Table; Chinese Export Made for the UK Market” found a buyer.

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Description

A very rare C18th Chinese Huanghuali tripod table; Chinese export made for the UK market; the circular tilting top in well figured Huanghuali, the underside having its original brass catch, bearers and block; raised on a turned vase column on well drawn cabriole legs terminating in pointed pad feet.

Chinese circa 1770

Very good condition having a good colour and patination

Dimensions (ins) 24.75 diameter x 28 high

Date of Manufacture

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd has dated this Huanghuali Tripod Table to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71.1cm (27.99")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA936617
Dealers Internal Reference
R1100
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Description
A very rare C18th Chinese Huanghuali tripod table; Chinese export made for the UK market; the circular tilting top in well figured Huanghuali, the underside having its original brass catch, bearers and block; raised on a turned vase column on well drawn cabriole legs terminating in pointed pad feet.

Chinese circa 1770

Very good condition having a good colour and patination

Dimensions (ins) 24.75 diameter x 28 high

Date of Manufacture

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd has dated this Huanghuali Tripod Table to the 18th Century.

Height
71.1cm (27.99")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA936617
Dealers Internal Ref
R1100
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2011

Specialists in c18th & c19th furniture and objects

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A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare C18th Chinese Huanghuali Tripod Table; Chinese Export Made for the UK Market

Archive II A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View II
Archive III A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View III
Archive IV A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View IV
Archive V A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View V
Archive VI A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View VI
Archive VII A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View VII
Archive VIII A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View VIII
Archive IX A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View IX
Archive X A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View X
Archive XI A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View XI
Archive XII A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View XII
Archive XIII A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View XIII
Archive XIV A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View XIV
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Archive XVII A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View XVII
Archive XVIII A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs. View XVIII
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A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs.
Rare C18th Chinese Huanghuali tripod table; Chinese export made for the UK market
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A round brown huanghuali tripod table stands against a neutral backdrop, featuring a circular wooden top and three curved legs.
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  • ObjectTripod Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleChinese Export
  • MaterialHuanghuali Hardwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCircular tilt top, Central turned pillar, Cabriole tripod legs, pad feet
  • SizeH 71.1 cm (28 in) x W 63 cm (25 in) x D 63 cm (25 in)

Huanghuali is a rare species of rosewood native to Hainan Island, prized during the Ming and Qing dynasties for its rich grain patterns, durability, and deep honey-brown colour. It was traditionally reserved for imperial and elite scholar furniture.

Craftsmen typically utilised intricate mortise-and-tenon joints without relying on metal nails or glue. The timber was seasoned carefully to prevent splitting, and the legs were often shaped using traditional turning and carving methods.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural patination from centuries of handling, distinctive ghost faces and grain in the timber, and joinery specific to traditional Chinese workshops, occasionally adapted to British taste for the export market.

This piece works effectively as an accent table beside a modern sofa or as a standalone display surface, allowing its timber grain and silhouette to contrast against neutral walls and minimalist furnishings.

Keep the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking. Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply traditional beeswax sparingly to nourish the grain without buildup.
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