Chinese 20th Century Rosewood Console Table with Raised Ends and Square Motif Stretchers

Origin: China

Era: 20th Century

Dimensions: W198.5 × D46 × H86 cm

Material: Rosewood

Description:

This elegant rosewood console table from 20th-century China features a classic design with gracefully upturned ends—known as “翘头” (qiaotou)—evoking traditional altar and painting tables of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Constructed from solid rosewood with a rich reddish-brown tone and finely polished surface, the tabletop reveals subtle variations in grain and depth, contributing to its natural beauty.

The apron is adorned with ornamental spandrels in cloud-scroll shapes, while the leg stretchers form symmetrical square motifs, offering both visual rhythm and structural integrity. Slender cabriole legs with inward-curved feet complete the refined profile. Ideal for use as an altar table, hallway console, or statement display surface, this piece balances cultural symbolism and architectural clarity, perfect for collectors of Chinese hardwood furniture and designers seeking timeless elegance.