Throughout Chinese history furnitue designs were rarely drawn out, however, they were passed down verbally from generation to generation. Today, this pleasing open design antique desk with its horse hoof styled legs can be used as a display table or a desk.

Taller tables (like the select one shown here) started to emerge during the late Ming and early Qing Dynasties (17th & 18th centuries). This was primarily due to the introduction and use of the chair.

In the past, Chinese families used their tables for many purposes. Today, this simple open design antique table with its horse hoof styled legs can be used as an accent table in any room.

One of these Chinese antique nightstands has SOLD, with one remaining - this single nightstand would look great placed in a foyer or corridor and is currently on display in our Waldoboro, ME showroom.

Probably one of the most impressive Chinese antique tables that we have listed, made from elm wood, with 3 large drawers that each have lovely intricate decoration.

Click on the link to see these attractive elm wood nightstands in their new home The Inn at Sunrise Point (The Rachel Carson Cottage), we do have other pairs of Asian tea tables available.

Throughout the Qing Dynasty tables had simple and elegant lines, with flowing curves of superb craftsmanship. Like the lovely desk shown here, nails and glue were rairly ever required as the joinery was incredibly accurate.

For over four thousand years, tea drinking in China has represented a code of symbolic harmony. Evolving from the ancient Chinese, tea drinking etiquette is taken very seriously. We know that you will love this exquisite pair of Asian antique tea tables.

Chinese craftsmen used a lacquering technique which consisted of layering up to 7 times. This pleasing, red lacquered, open design desk with its horse hoof styled legs can be used as a display table or a desk.

To reflect their lifestyles, wealthy Chinese families had specific design requirements for unique tables; this exquisite Chinese antique table is from the Shanxi province and could be perfectly displayed as a reception/hall table.

This exceptional Chinese antique side table has an understated air of elegance with its simple shape and design. It would be ideal positioned as a hall table, for more ideas on furniture placement please contact us.

We know that you will love this wonderful pair of rich honey toned, natural small chests; each equipped with a pair of doors that open up to reveal useable space.

Beauty and Functionality can be found with this wonderful pair of northern elm (yumu wood), Chinese nighstands; each have raised panel construction, arched front door panels, a single drawer and offer ample interior storage.

During the Qing Dynasty, low rectangular tables were used for a number of purposes, such as drinking tea with visitors or for relaxing with a book. Refurbished to meet the demands of the modern day, this refined Chinese antique table will add a little mystery to any living room.

During the Qing Dynasty, tables were used for many activities such as entertaining, writing and painting, and for one of the most important social activities of the day; worship. This rustic Chinese antique side table is from the Shandong province and will add interest to any space.

A coffer table would have been used by merchants to store money and valuables. This nice piece has drawers that, when removed, reveal a hidden compartment. The finish is a subtle reddish brown.

Throughout the Qing Dynasty, Altar tables were typically used as a place of worship in honor of Chinese ancestors and Gods. This striking altar table has an elaborately decorated apron and would make a great sofa table, wall console or reception/hall table.