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Pair of Fine Quality Early C20th Chinese Carved ‘Huanghuali’ Hardwood Occasional , Lamp or End Tables .
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Pair of Fine Quality Early C20th Chinese Carved ‘Huanghuali’ Hardwood Occasional , Lamp or End Tables .

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 July 2025 · M Lees and Sons
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Pair of fine quality early C20th Chinese carved ‘huanghuali’ hardwood occasional , lamp or end tables .

Exceptional pair of Chinese rectangular tables with stepped friezes and carved open corner frets , raised on shaped supports with carved details, carved ‘key’ feet and inset panel tops . Joined on three sides of the base by stepped stretchers , one side being open allowing objects to be easily positioned beneath the tables if desired.

In excellent original condition with a wonderful colour and patina to the well selected superior grade of figured huanghuali hardwood .

A highly decorative pair of tables of practical scale and proportions to add an exotic oriental accent to an interior scheme.

H 23.5”

W 20”

D 13”

China c.1920

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Huanghuali Hardwood Occasional Tables to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA997879
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 237
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.

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Pair of fine quality early C20th Chinese carved ‘huanghuali’ hardwood occasional , lamp or end tables .
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Exceptional pair of Chinese rectangular tables with stepped friezes and carved open corner frets , raised on shaped supports with carved details, carved ‘key’ feet and inset panel tops.
M Lees and Sons

. Joined on three sides of the base by stepped stretchers , one side being open allowing objects to be easily positioned beneath the tables if desired.

fig 1. A pair of carved huanghuali hardwood occasional tables featuring rectangular tops and open stretcher bases.
fig 1. Pair of Fine Quality Early C20th Chinese Carved ‘Huanghuali’ Hardwood Occasional , Lamp or End Tables .

In excellent original condition with a wonderful colour and patina to the well selected superior grade of figured huanghuali hardwood .

A highly decorative pair of tables of practical scale and proportions to add an exotic oriental accent to an interior scheme.

H 23.5”

W 20”

D 13”

China c.1920

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Huanghuali Hardwood Occasional Tables to the 1920s.

Height
59cm (23.23")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA997879
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 237
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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Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Verified Since Feb 2013
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Verified Since Feb 2013
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Location: Tower House, 1 Castle Place, Severn St, Worcester, WR1 2NB, United Kingdom
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A pair of carved huanghuali hardwood occasional tables featuring rectangular tops and open stretcher bases.
Pair of fine quality early C20th Chinese carved ‘huanghuali’ hardwood occasional , lamp or end tables .
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  • ObjectOccasional Tables
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleChinese Traditional
  • MaterialHuanghuali Hardwood
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsRecessed panel top, Fretwork spandrels, Humpback stretchers, Flanged legs
  • SizeH 59 cm (23 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 33 cm (13 in)

Huanghuali, a prized aromatic rosewood, was extensively used during the Ming and early Qing dynasties for crafting minimalist yet structurally sophisticated furniture featuring mortise and tenon joinery.

These pieces typically employ dense tropical hardwoods assembled without metal nails, relying instead on precise interlocking joinery and hand-carved geometric or floral motifs.

Authenticity is assessed through the woods distinctive grain patterns, natural patination, subtle ghost faces, and traditional joinery methods that allow for natural wood movement over centuries.

These versatile pieces function effectively as end tables or lamp stands, contrasting against minimalist modern upholstery or complementing eclectic global design schemes through their rich wood tones.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent colour fading, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the antique wood surface.
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