London City Antiques has dated this French Kingwood Jardiniere Stand to the 1860s.
The serpentine shaped body is veneered in finely figured kingwood laid in elegant patterns, giving it a warm rich colour and depth. It is extensively mounted with crisp ormolu mounts including scrolling foliage, beaded borders and striking female mask mounts to the corners, all of very good casting and detail.
To the front is a particularly attractive Sevres style porcelain plaque set within an elaborate gilt frame, hand painted with colourful birds in a landscape against a turquoise ground. This adds a real focal point and lifts the piece beyond a standard stand into something far more decorative and refined.
The top retains its original removable liner, designed to hold plants or floral displays. Pieces like this were traditionally used in reception rooms or drawing rooms to display fresh flowers, allowing water and soil to be contained safely within the metal liner while protecting the cabinet below.
It stands on elegant cabriole legs with ormolu mounts running down to finely cast feet, giving it a light and graceful presence.
Condition Report
Very good overall condition for its age. The ormolu is bright and well preserved. The porcelain plaque is intact with good colour. The liner shows expected age related wear and use. Minor surface wear to the wood as expected but nothing detrimental. A very well presented piece.
Dimensions
Height 83 cm (32.7 inches)
Width 63 cm (24.8 inches)
Depth 36 cm (14.2 inches)
Date: 1860
Origin: French
London City Antiques has dated this French Kingwood Jardiniere Stand to the 1860s.
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Antique French Victorian Ormolu Mounted Kingwood Jardiniere Stand Porcelain Plaque Planter
