Chinese Red Elm Altar Table - 19th Century Singing Bowl The lower panel depicts a

The lower panel depicts a radiant celestial face surrounded by a decorative circular halo composed of leafy motifs and astrological markings

These antique Chinese side tables are made from red elm (jumu) and would have been used as stools or side tables

adjustable shelving offers practical versatility

Ideal as a coffee table or placed at the end of a bed

Chinese Red Elm Altar Table - 19th Century Singing Bowl The lower panel depicts aThis elegant antique Qing dynasty Chinese altar table dates to the 19th century. It is constructed from red elm (jumu) in a style often described as a 'recessed leg painters table'. This style originated in the Song dynasty (960 1279AD). The legs were recessed and splayed to provide stability. These pieces were multifunctional but were predominantly used as family altar tables. They also doubled as tables for calligraphy, painting and writing by