{"title":"Tables \u0026 Desks","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"vintage-bamboo-writing-table-with-wooden-drawers","title":"Vintage Bamboo Writing Table with Wooden Drawers","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eThis elegant vintage bamboo table showcases the lightness and natural beauty of bamboo craftsmanship. The frame and legs are constructed from bamboo, giving the piece a warm tone and graceful, airy structure, while the two drawers are made from solid wood, providing both practicality and contrast in material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eThe table has been carefully restored to preserve its character while ensuring it remains sturdy and usable. The surface retains its original patina, developed naturally over time, which adds depth and authenticity to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"868\"\u003eSubtle signs of age, including small marks, wear, and surface imperfections, are part of the table’s history and charm. These traces of use are not considered faults but rather evidence of the piece’s age and life, contributing to its unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eLight and versatile, this piece works beautifully as a writing desk, console table, or hallway table, bringing a quiet vintage presence into a space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1146\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAs with all vintage furniture, each piece carries its own history, and the natural wear reflects the passage of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1146\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Date\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1146\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate Qing \/ Early Republican period (circa 1900–1940)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1146\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1146\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBamboo and solid wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1146\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1146\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e90cm x 45cm x 83cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1146\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eShipping Category: Large\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silk \u0026 Sandalwood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57498846626179,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/3723\/1235\/files\/IMG_1926.jpg?v=1773998898"},{"product_id":"red-tibetan-lotus-vintage-cabinet-with-turquoise-panels-copy-1","title":"Vintage Chinese Elm Table, Early 20th Century","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"520\" data-start=\"244\"\u003eThis vintage wooden table is believed to be made from\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eold elm, a hardwood traditionally used in northern Chinese furniture. The surface shows the distinctive grain and dense texture often associated with aged elm, with areas of wear that reveal layers of earlier finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"753\" data-start=\"522\"\u003eThe table retains traces of its original dark blue lacquer, now naturally worn through years of use. The softened edges, exposed timber and uneven patina give the piece a character that cannot be reproduced by newly made furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1071\" data-start=\"755\"\u003eIts structure follows the restrained lines typical of traditional Chinese tables: a rectangular top supported by straight legs with simple corner brackets and stretchers beneath. The proportions are balanced and practical, allowing the table to function equally well as a writing desk, dining table or display table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1071\" data-start=\"755\"\u003eThe matching benc\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ehes: \u003ca aria-labelledby=\"Product-Title-template--27740812345731__main-collection-15766551822723 Product-Badges-template--27740812345731__main-collection15766551822723\" href=\"https:\/\/lgm1mdb8owg9e3tm-96737231235.shopifypreview.com\/collections\/seatings\/products\/vintage-chinese-spring-bench\" class=\"link link-underline\" id=\"Product-Title-template--27740812345731__main-collection-15766551822723\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eVintage Chinese Spring Bench\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1264\" data-start=\"1073\"\u003eBased on the construction methods, materials and natural wear, the table is believed to date from the early 20th century, likely from the late Qing Dynasty or early Republican period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1459\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003eAs with many vintage pieces of this age, small marks, colour variations and signs of use remain visible throughout the surface. These details form part of the table’s history and visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1512\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1479\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1532\" data-start=\"1514\"\u003eEstimated Date\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1535\" data-start=\"1532\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1512\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate Qing \/ Early Republican period (circa 1900–1940)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1512\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1479\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1482\" data-start=\"1479\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1512\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003eSolid wood, believed to be elm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1512\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eTo maintain the beauty of the wood, avoid placing the cabinet in direct sunlight or near strong heat sources. Dust gently with a soft dry cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eA light application of beeswax polish from time to time can help nourish the wood and maintain its natural sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1177\" data-start=\"962\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1177\" data-start=\"962\"\u003e110cm (L) x 66cm (W) x 88cm (H)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1177\" data-start=\"962\"\u003eShipping Category: Large\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silk \u0026 Sandalwood Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57519714861443,"sku":null,"price":700.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/3723\/1235\/files\/IMG_1991_3.jpg?v=1773999445"},{"product_id":"hand-painted-chinese-cabinet-in-the-late-qing-republican-tradition-copy-2","title":"Early 20th Century Chinese Apothecary Counter Table with Storage","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eA substantial apothecary counter table reflecting the utilitarian elegance of early 20th century Chinese commercial interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eOriginally used in a traditional Chinese apothecary or pawnshop, the piece would have served as a central point of exchange — where goods were assessed, measured, and handled in daily practice. Its long, narrow proportions and integrated storage speak to both function and discipline in design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eConstructed in solid wood, it features a series of drawers, enclosed compartments, and an open storage section, offering a layered and practical interior structure. 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