Monday 9th Feb - Antiques, Jewellery, Militaria, Coins, Vinyl, Toys, Ceramics, Collectables & More
Monday 9th Feb - Antiques, Jewellery, Militaria, Coins, Vinyl, Toys, Ceramics, Collectables & More
This fine late Victorian mahogany plant or display stand is executed in the Chinese Chippendale revival style, characteristic of the late 19th-century Aesthetic Movement. The piece is constructed from solid mahogany with a fine-grained surface. The square top is enclosed by an intricate, hand-cut pierced fretwork gallery. It is supported by four sets of clustered, faux-bamboo turned legs, a hallmark of the Chinoiserie influence. Structural integrity is reinforced by two tiers of elaborately shaped and pierced cross-stretchers, with the lower tier featuring a central turned finial. The craftsmanship is further evidenced by detailed hand-carved corner brackets and delicate joinery throughout. While no maker’s marks are present, the quality of the carving and the complexity of the fretwork suggest a high-end cabinetmaker of the period. Dimensions: 38 x 14 x 14 inches.
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