{"product_id":"antique-chinese-peking-sideboard","title":"Sideboard from Peking - 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis elegant sideboard originates from Peking (Beijing) and follows a classic Ming dynasty design long favoured across North China.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its restrained, architectural form reflects the Ming aesthetic, with clean lines, balanced proportions, and an emphasis on the natural beauty of the timber. The long overhanging top, slightly upturned at each end, echoes the profile of traditional altar tables and hints at its likely role as both a storage piece and a family altar for ancestor worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted in the \u003cstrong\u003e19th century\u003c\/strong\u003e during the Qing dynasty, the cabinet is constructed from\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cem\u003eyumu\u003c\/em\u003e 榆木 (elm) with components in \u003cem\u003ebaimu\u003c\/em\u003e 柏木 (cypress).\u003c\/strong\u003e It retains its traditional layout with three drawers above and a pair of central doors opening into a spacious interior. The original brass hardware has been replaced with traditional style circular brass fittings, including the large central lock plate and ring pulls. The warm, honey toned surfaces have developed a rich patina, with age worn areas that speak to its long history of domestic use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peking (Beijing), North China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th century, Qing dynasty (Ming style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eYumu\u003c\/em\u003e 榆木 (elm) and \u003cem\u003ebaimu\u003c\/em\u003e 柏木 (cypress) with brass fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long altar style top; circular brass hardware (replaced); three drawers; large interior compartment; warm patina and visible grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Age related marks, wear, and patina consistent with its history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Width 185 × Depth 52 × Height 88 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully crafted 19th century northern Chinese sideboard that sits effortlessly in both traditional and contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BinderKing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53551628288309,"sku":"M1019","price":1802.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/5243\/2181\/files\/Peking_Ming_Style_Sideboard_With_Brass_Fittings_And_Altar_Top_In_Warm_Patinated_Wood_M1019.jpg?v=1789234039","url":"https:\/\/binderking.shop\/products\/antique-chinese-peking-sideboard","provider":"BinderKing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}