Black Lacquer Kang Table From Shanxi - Mid 19th Century Earrings Tikka is applied to the

Tikka is applied to the forehead and the ashes serve as a reminder that all existence eventually ends with ash

Finished with delicately applied dot accents and a lightly distressed patina

They were often used as family altars or to store religious scrolls

It is still perfectly usable today

36 x 22 x 50 (wxdxh cms)

Black Lacquer Kang Table From Shanxi - Mid 19th Century Earrings Tikka is applied to theThis elegant kang table originates from Shanxi province and dates from the mid 19th century. Kang tables were traditionally placed on or beside the kang a raised, heated stone platform used as both a bed and seating area in wealthy Chinese homes. Crafted from elm wood, this example retains its original black lacquer.. The apron and drawer fronts are finely carved with cloud fungus shapes, traditionally found on Chinese ruyi scepters (symbols of