Item #6818, Mandarin Console Base

Design History

Our Dynasty Collection is inspired by various Chinese furniture designs which boast a history that spans over 4000 years. Classical Chinese furniture traces its origins back to the Tang Dynasty of the first millennium and reached its golden age during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. During this era, master artisans elevated furniture making into an art form. Their pieces were not only used indoors, but also adorned the royal gardens of the emperor, his court, and the Chinese aristocracy. Furniture from this period is prized for its beauty, elegance and design harmony. The distinctive elements of these furniture designs have remained popular in the West since their introduction in the seventeenth century.