QING DYNASTY (1644-1911)

Functional furniture pieces were most often made of more common woods and examples made of huanghuali were considered a luxury, afforded by only the wealthiest patrons and the reason why only a few examples of towel rack and washbasin are known today.


This item is made of a type of Dalbergia wood which is subject to CITES export/import restrictions since 2 January 2017. This item can only be shipped to addresses within Hong Kong or collected from our Hong Kong saleroom and office unless a CITES re-export permit is granted. Please contact the department for further information.