Chinese Late Qing Square Table with Oxblood Patina

A square dining table from the late Qing dynasty.

• Carved elm table with original oxblood lacquer finish.
• The floating panel top above the two drawers is held by round corner posts that gracefully transform into square feet as they meet the ground.
• Found at the center of social activity, square tables like this one were used on a daily basis for dining, serving tea or playing games.