Oak Altar Table From Gansu - Early 19thC Material - Zinc From Turkmenistan

From Turkmenistan

this is a substantial piece designed to last for generations

The carving shows a strong Mughal influence and dates to the first half of the 19th century

illuminating entrances and sacred spaces at dusk

Oak Altar Table From Gansu - Early 19thC Material - Zinc From TurkmenistanAltar Table With Oak Top & Elm Legs From Gansu 19thC It is very rare to find antique furniture from China made from Oak. The Oak is identifiable by the Medullary rays on the table top. During the Ming period, furniture craftsmen would often create pieces with multiple woods. Given that this piece is made form both Oak and Elm gives it a good age. Usually a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss sticks lit & placed on the table