EXTRAORDINARY, VERY FINE Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th C antique carved Zitan painting table,
Constructed with gorgeous wide broad framed rectangular top panel surmounted the beaded and waisted apron above intrigue carved shaped skirt, terminating the four prominent squared legs gracefully leading toward hoofed foot. All surfaces are delicately decorated with elaborate hand-carving of scrolling morning glory motifs. The carving is deep and detail yet smooth to the touch, giving three dimensional appearance in every angles, revealing a masterpiece of workmanship.
The Zitan wood display smooth lustrous dense hardwood with dark purple-brown hues patina and feathery fine grain. Measurements: Height: 31 1/2" Width: 59 3/4" Depth: 18 3/8"PROVENANCE: Miami, Florida, private collector, by inheritance. Moore family ran several antiques stores business and hotel during 1930-1970's around Delphi, Indiana. Specialized in antique Furniture and porcelain china.