Reproduction Rosewood Altar Table Furniture Charpoys were used as beds

Charpoys were used as beds or daybeds

Whether displayed individually or as a pair

International exhibitions in the 19th century stimulated traditional crafts around the world

It comes from Andhra Pradesh state in the southeastern coastal area of India

Some of the gilt work has worn away with age and this cabinet developed a fantastic patina

Reproduction Rosewood Altar Table Furniture Charpoys were used as bedsThis dramatic Chinese altar table is a convincing late 20th century reproduction of a Ming Dynasty piece. The quality of the carving is excellent and it is made in rosewood in the traditional way. Skillfully carved dragons sit at either end and flow into smaller dragons culminate in the center. The end panels are ornately carved giving this ornamental piece yet more character. Altar tables, also known as 'console tables' would traditionally have an