The top of this display table is painted in the ladies at traditional tea design, while the three drawers are adorned with galloping horses on an antique yellow background. The rest of the piece is finished in a matte black lacquer. This collection of fine Chinese home accents is hand-crafted by artisans working in the age-old tradition of China's Fujian Province, known worldwide for its dazzling lacquer-ware and wood carving. Built with Philippine mahogany and elm wood, this display table features an indigenous Fujian lacquering style which uses seven carefully polished layers of lacquer-tree sap to create a complex, beautiful, and sturdy surface; each piece is then antique-finished for a gorgeous authentic look. The resulting surface has a matte finish, uncommon among Chinese lacquer furniture, which is usually quite brilliant. This display table is based on traditional designs steeped in ancient Asian history, and exhibit many common natural and cultural motifs, often adapted from ancient and beloved Asian art. Because of Fujian's proximity to Japan, many of these designs show a Japanese influence. For instance, many of these pieces depict a geisha, a celebrated symbol of Japan. Other motifs include birds, animals, and flowers, all of which are meaningful in Buddhist and Confucian-influenced cultures. The painted panels also often include lines of calligraphy and red seals; these have often traditionally been included in Chinese paintings, and many tell stories or poems, adding a lyrical element to the simple beauty of the artwork.
Features:| Item: | Dimensions: | Weight: |
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| Ladies Tea Time Display Table | 28" H x 25.5" W x 13" D | 20 lbs |
| Features Options: | Drawers, Shelves, Storage |
| Product Category: | Sofa & Console Tables |
| Style: | Traditional |
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EZ from Flushing, NY
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11/14/2012
Great little table! Great table. Good quality. Looks exactly as pictured. Was looking for something different to put by an entry to catch keys and drop mail when coming home. Fits the bill perfectly. And it came assembled! |
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Sue Ferguson from North York, ON
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7/16/2012
too many flaws cute accent table but way too many paint flaws in all the legs . . . would send it back but too much of a hassel. not worth the price. |
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gobsow from hampton, VA
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4/20/2012
Nice looking....... Nice looking table, not as sturdy as it should be for the price, all in all, not a bad item..... |
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swamptater from Austin, TX
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6/14/2010
Great table, but it has a small crack Great looking piece [...] |
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Tennessee Tracy from Lafayette, Tennessee
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1/2/2008
Everything I expected and then some! I needed something to fit on a small wall in my living room, but I wanted something that would hold a couple of decorative items. This fit perfectly and holds a lamp, small flower arrangement, and porcelain geisha on top. The shelf on the bottom is also a nice added touch. All this in addition to being so elegant for a very reasonable price! |
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Anonymous from Texas
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4/4/2012
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