Antique Japanese Export Meiji Period Carved HungMa Rosewood Library Table Partners Writing Desk

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A superb Meiji Era (1867-1912) intricately hand carved Japanese hardwood writing table with beautifully aged patina, warm wood coloring, richly … Read more A superb Meiji Era (1867-1912) intricately hand carved Japanese hardwood writing table with beautifully aged patina, warm wood coloring, richly figured grain patterns, and interesting provenance!

Japan, late 19th / early 20th century, featuring the highest quality and now sought-after warm rich dark purplish reddish Hong mu (Chinese rosewood similar to exotic purpleheart), exceptionally executed in sophisticated far-east Asian taste, this remarkable example intended for the high demand export market, highlighted by the period Art Nouveau influences.

Sure to elevate any space with its most distinctive silhouette, having a rectangular shaped tabletop with projecting rouned corners framed by decorative meandering key relief border and edge carvings, above a simple concealed frieze drawer to opposing sides, flanked by ornate profusely carved pierced lacquered scalloped apron adorned in interlaced leafy fiolated sculpture ornamentation, the elaborate intertwined floral foliage vine carvings continue down the gently curved outsweept cabriole legs, with bold knee carvings, terminating in scroll feet. Retaining various adhesive paper labels to the underside. circa 1900

*Please note, at the time of writing this a similarly styled dragon chair from the same estate is available separately. Shown in last photos. Chair is not included, please see our other listings to purchase*

- PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION:
Property from the magnificent estate of the late T. Boone Pickens (b.1928 -2019). An American business magnate, oil man, financier, billionaire and philanthropist.

The breadth of T. Boone Pickens' career is impressive. He built one of the largest independent natural gas oil companies in the United States and flourished as an entrepreneur thereafter, generating hundreds of billions of dollars in the process. Among his lengthy accolades, Time magazine has identified him one of its "100 Most Influential People", Financial World named him "CEO of the Decade" in 1989, and Oil and Gas Investor identified him as one of the "100 Most Influential People of the Petroleum Century."

Acquired from the above consigner through the highly reputable auction house J. Garrett Auctioneers, Dallas, Texas. September 2022 MORE of T. Boone Pickens' Estate catalog, lot #0656

- DIMENSIONS: (approx)
30.5" High, 45.5" Wide, 33.5" Deep;
Clearance: (floor to bottom of apron) 23.75";
Tabletop: 41.5" x 29"

Ideal for use as a library table, writing desk, (rather small for a true two person partner desk, center table, kitchen breakfast table or island, oversized console sofa table, and more

**Additional photos available upon request**

We took photos in different lighting indoors and outdoors to provide the most accurate representation.

- CONDITION REPORT:
Overall in great antique condition, especially considering its over 120 years old.

Attractive appearance, with nicely aged patina, warmth, and rich luminous glow. Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Retaining original antique character marks and charm throughout, including minor scattered nicks, light scratches, rubbing, abrasion losses and accretions, expected wear commensurate with age and use.

Delivered lightly cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment! See less