Reproduction Green Lacquer Altar Table Material - Iron characterised by the cobalt blue

characterised by the cobalt blue pigment containing purplish hues

Originally part of a traditional window or shutter

This is likely an influence from the Mughal period in India (1526€“1761)

dovetailed construction

They are made from teak & come from Gujarat

Reproduction Green Lacquer Altar Table Material - Iron characterised by the cobalt blueThis striking console table is a reproduction of a Chinese green lacquer table sold at Christie's auctioneers in 2021. Green lacquer was almost unheard of in Chinese antique furniture and this console table is an exciting spin on traditional Chinese style. Perfect for a smaller room or hallway. Console tables (also known as 'altar tables') were used for ancestor worship in China. Usually, a family ancestor portrait would be hung above the table & joss