A Huanghuali Kang Table, Kangzhuo

Qing Dynasty
Kang Table
Cocobolo (Huanghuali)
103 × 68 × 32 cm

• This elegantly waist-shaped stool is crowned with a rectangular top, showcasing a floating panel ensconced within a molded edge for a refined silhouette.
• Beneath the top lies a gracefully beaded and contoured apron, richly embellished with the intricate carvings of confronted chilong, mythical creatures that evoke the majesty of dragons.
• The piece is gracefully elevated by sinuous cabriole legs, which culminate in ornate scroll feet, lending an air of classical sophistication to the stool's design.

Reference and image source: China Guardian (HK) Auctions Co., Ltd.