Join The Collection to save, track, and explore works like this.

A zitan and hardwood carved 'three friends' table — 清十九世紀 紫檀硬木浮雕歲寒三友紋桌

A zitan and hardwood carved 'three friends' table

清十九世紀 紫檀硬木浮雕歲寒三友紋桌

A Qing Dynasty table from the 19th century carved from zitan and hardwood, featuring relief decoration depicting the "Three Friends" theme (pine, plum, and bamboo). This piece exemplifies traditional Chinese furniture craftsmanship.

🔨 Auction Lot

CHINA / 5000 YEARS

May 26, 2021

Estimate: $80,000$120,000

Lot 528

Start the Discussion

Request access to join the discussion

About this work

A zitan and hardwood carved 'three friends' table, 清十九世紀 紫檀硬木浮雕歲寒三友紋桌

A Qing Dynasty table from the 19th century carved from zitan and hardwood, featuring relief decoration depicting the "Three Friends" theme (pine, plum, and bamboo). This piece exemplifies traditional Chinese furniture craftsmanship.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Chinese Furniture, Zitan Wood, Relief Carving, 19th Century, Hardwood Carving, Qing Dynasty, Symbolism, Three Friends, Table