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A magnificent antique Japanese powerfully carved center table with dragons from the Meiji period.
The growth of urban centers and …
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A magnificent antique Japanese powerfully carved center table with dragons from the Meiji period.
The growth of urban centers and spread of wealth during the Meiji Restoration period in Japan ushered in an era that reveled in the aesthetic qualities of objects and actions in everyday life. This ornately carved figural table from the late 19th century / early 20th century demonstrates the level of pleasure and luxury pursued by the wealthy.
The mythical dragon-inspired shape echoes throughout the elaborately hand carved ebonized hardwood; with an unadorned inset polished circular rich rosewood colored top with attractive wood graining; scalloped border and edge with ornate running ornamentation between; rises over the profusely carved and stylized skirt with carvings of whimsical dragon mask and spread wings in high relief and open scrollwork; raised on four spoon carved scale like curved dragon tail cabriole legs, resting on scrolled feet
Circa 1880-1910
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- Dimensions
- 38ʺW × 38ʺD × 30.5ʺH
- Styles
- Japanese
- Table Shape
- Round
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ebony
- Rosewood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Great condition. Antique condition. Minor scratches and losses with scattered minor flaking to finish throughout. New construction supports to underside. … moreGreat condition. Antique condition. Minor scratches and losses with scattered minor flaking to finish throughout. New construction supports to underside. Very solid/sturdy. Structurally sound. Presents well. Delivered cleaned, waxed and ready for many years of use. less
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