Rare Antique Huanghuali Hardwood Small Painting Table 黃花梨硬木束腰雲翅小畫案。

This is a very rare antique Hunaghuali table. Because its unusual proportion and size, I have attributed it to a small painting table rather than a side table (因為深度較寬，故稱為小畫案，為文人書房所用。有別於南方一般所稱的半桌。).

Such table would have been used in a scholar's studio or study room as a small table or as an additional table for painting or doing calligraphy. The inserted panel inside the "floating panel" frame of the table top is a single panel. The legs are shorter than the standard 33"-36" height for most Chinese tables. It's deeper depth creates a stable look overall providing more space for activities besides reading and drinking tea and such. This table is possibly from the early Qing.

This table was once sent out for refinishing when the legs part of the table was slightly damaged by water and direct sun, however the table top was not refinished at the time and stays the original condition. Perhaps a better restoration can be done at a future day. From the underneath of the table, one is able to see its untouched original structure except for the leg portion that the wood surface was refinished then.

Dimensions: 45 5/8" L x 23 1/4" D x 32 1/2" H (115.89 cm x 59.06 cm x 82.55 cm H)

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