Burgundy Lacquered Chinese Altar Table - Ca 1900 Material - Red Elm this large antique cabinet is

this large antique cabinet is sure to make a statement

It would make an impressive centrepiece for a living room

Tara is removable from the base

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minor losses and historic cracking commensurate with age

Burgundy Lacquered Chinese Altar Table - Ca 1900 Material - Red Elm this large antique cabinet isThis classic Chinese altar table dates to the turn of the century circa 1900. It perfectly suits a corridor or living room. The frame is constructed from red elm (jumu) wood, highly valued in China and has developed a wonderful patina over time. It was originally fully coated in burgundy lacquer which is still intact today. Altar tables were used for ancestor worship in China. Usually, a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss