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Antique Chinese console table with carved drawers – China, circa 1900
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This antique Chinese console table with carved drawers in solid wood, with drawer fronts decorated with openwork huiwen pattern, three lower panels and openwork apron, is a domestic piece from northern China around 1900. Originates from northern China, from the late Qing period, where local wood was worked with openwork carving in traditional geometric patterns.
The huiwen (回紋) motif is one of the most persistent decorative elements in Chinese furniture. This continuous rectilinear spiral symbolises eternity and uninterrupted continuity. Its presence on drawer fronts and aprons is typical of domestic furniture from the northern provinces during the Qing Dynasty.
The top projects slightly at both ends. The two drawers carry fronts carved in low relief with the geometric huiwen pattern, with hand-forged iron ring pulls. Below the drawers, three vertical panels framed in straight moulding. The lower apron is also carved in geometric openwork.
The wood has developed a warm patina in ochre and golden tones, with deeper darkening in the carved relief. The wear on the top is consistent with prolonged domestic use.
This console suits japandi, wabi-sabi or orientalist eclectic interiors. The decorative richness of the front makes it particularly suited for a hall or living room.
Details
Ref.: AM29017-6
Dimensions: Length 106 cm – Width 48 cm – Height 84.5 cm
Style: Qing Dynasty
Materials and techniques: Solid wood; hand-forged iron hardware; mortise-and-tenon joinery; openwork carving with huiwen pattern.
Place of origin: China
Period: Late Qing
Date of manufacture: Circa 1900
Condition: Good. May show marks, stains and signs of use. Wear consistent with age and use.
This piece is part of the curated collection of Amaru Antiques, Barcelona.
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Additional details:
- Brand: AMARU
- Style: Qing Dynasty
- Style: Chinese
- Material: Solid wood
- Colour: Ochre
- Colour: Golden
- Period: Circa 1900
Specifications
ConditionGoodMaterialIronHeight106 cmWidth48 cmDepth85 cm
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ProfessionalGelida (Barcelona), SpainOn Whoppah since July 2026 • 0 sales