This stunning Japanned Center Table features a rectangular red japanned top above a single drawer, supported by four elegantly scrolled legs connected by an x-frame stretcher that terminates in bun feet. Constructed from pine with oak linings, it is directly related to a renowned 'Bantam work' table at Ham House, commissioned by the Dysart Family in the late 17th century. The table's design reflects a remarkable blend of European and Asian influences, with its untouched japanning and exceptional quality rivaling that of contemporary Asian lacquer work. A detailed examination suggests that the decorative elements may carry significant meanings rooted in Chinese iconography, making this piece not only a functional table but also a conversation starter steeped in history.
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The rectangular red japanned top above single drawer, the faces of the carcass of convex form above four scrolled legs connected by an x-frame stretcher terminating in bun feet. The table is constructed throughout in pine with oak linings to the drawer.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This Japanned Center Table showcases exceptional craftsmanship and design, reflecting the influence of Asian art on European furniture in the 17th century.
Individual Images:
Imported listing images
Provenance:
Commissioned by the Dysart Family, Earls of Lauderdale
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