Chinese Black Lacquer Tall Shrine Offering Altar Console Table

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Discover the timeless elegance of this stunning black lacquered console table, a perfect blend of traditional Asian craftsmanship and modern … Read more Discover the timeless elegance of this stunning black lacquered console table, a perfect blend of traditional Asian craftsmanship and modern sophistication. Featuring intricate hand-carved detailing, a sleek single drawer with a decorative brass knob, and a sturdy, open-frame design, this piece adds a touch of oriental charm to any living space. Ideal as a hallway accent, entryway focal point, or minimalist desk, its durable construction and glossy finish ensure both style and functionality. Elevate your home décor with this exquisite table, as a sophisticated addition to your interior! #ConsoleTable #AsianFurniture #HomeDecor #InteriorDesign #FurnitureSale

A Chinese tall shrine offering table, often referred to as a "god shelf" (shén bàn, 神案) or altar table (tán zhuō, 壇桌) in traditional contexts, is an elevated wooden stand or cabinet designed for ancestor worship, deity veneration, and spiritual rituals in Chinese folk religion, Taoism, and Buddhism. These pieces bridge ancient Confucian principles of filial piety and ancestral reverence with practical home decor, serving as a sacred focal point where offerings like incense, fruit, tea, or joss paper are presented. Unlike low consoles, the "tall" variants—typically 80-100 cm (31-39 inches) in height or more—elevate the shrine to eye level or higher, creating a commanding presence in living rooms, ancestral halls, or temples. They originated in imperial China, evolving from simple spirit tablet holders to ornate structures during the Ming and Qing dynasties, and remain integral to festivals like Qingming or Zhongyuan.


Dimensions: w39.25" x d15.75" x h35", bottom open h23.75" , table top height 33"
Origin: China
Material: Wood
Condition: Wood join lines, distressed lines, a minor wood gap.
Work: Handmade, shipped in one piece , See less