Ming Console Table, Warm Elm h100 Referred to by the Chinese

Referred to by the Chinese as display cabinets

Cabinets like this were used from an early age in China's history to hold incense and other offerings to ancestors

the distressed black and blue finish will vary slightly on each one

cube shaped blanket chest has brass handles and a circular lock plate on the front giving the trunk its classic Chinese style

According to Chinese tradition cabinets like these would at one time have been presented as part of a bride's wedding dowry

Ming Console Table, Warm Elm h100 Referred to by the ChineseThis beautifully proportioned narrow console table in warm elm will add oriental chic to any room. The elegant 'horse hoof' feet and S shape supporting braces (known in Chinese as 'bawangcheng') are typical features of furniture from China's Ming dynasty but the table's timeless style makes it the perfect stage for vases, ornaments and photo frames in a modern reception room. Made from solid reclaimed elm wood.