Late Ming Dynasty Huanghuali Square Kang Table with Waist Construction and Inward-Curved Scroll Feet (17th Century)

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Dimensions: 81 cm (L) × 81 cm (W) × 32 cm (H) / 31.9 inches (L) × 31.9 inches (W) × 12.6 inches (H) / approx. 1.05 ft × 1.05 ft × 0.35 ft. Condition and Provenance: Well-preserved, with natural aging, a warm patina, and signs of traditional use. The structure is solid, and the traditional mortise and tenon joints are intact. Provenance: From a private collector in Florida, USA, long held in a collection of Chinese furniture. Description: This kang table embodies the refined simplicity of classic Ming-style furniture. Its beauty stems from the quality of the wood, elegant proportions, and exquisite craftsmanship, rather than elaborate decoration. Made of high-quality huanghuali wood, the table features a traditional frame structure with a one-piece solid wood floating tabletop that allows the wood to naturally expand and contract with climate changes. The tabletop has a smooth grain, a rich golden-brown hue, and a deep patina naturally formed over time and with use. With its rounded and soft edges, this table embodies the understated elegance highly valued in Ming Dynasty furniture design. The table's waistline is graceful, and the simple, concave skirt reflects the Ming Dynasty's preference for flowing lines and structural balance. The four square legs extend slightly outwards, ending in inward-curving feet adorned with delicate, rustic scrollwork patterns. The back panel retains traditional horizontal bracing, showcasing the practical wisdom of classical Chinese woodworking. This low-profile table is suitable for placement beside a kang (heated brick bed), in a tea room, study, or scholar's residence. Made from carefully selected huanghuali wood, with precise proportions and exquisite craftsmanship, it is a model of Ming Dynasty scholar's furniture, possessing both practicality and collectible value.

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