Chinese Rosewood Altar Table

first half 20th century, the narrow rectangular top set within a conforming frame with a concave floral frieze, over a carved and pierced paneled apron, with scrolling floral supports, the whole raised on four straight, squared legs.
h. 44-3/4", w. 83-7/8"

**Very solid, sturdy and stable with no movement observed at the juncture of the legs and top/apron.

No notable missing or damaged carving observed.

The finish exhibits rubbing, mars and wear throughout, most notably to the top, including an area with lifted finish about 4" in diameter, a small splinter loss at a back corner edge, and shrinkage cracks extending in from the ends, the longest of which is about 15".

NOTE: The wood is heavy and dense but appears to be a lighter-colored, more tightly grained wood with a rosewood stain.