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Large Size Carved Padouk Chinese Hardwood Stand. C. 1890
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Large Size Carved Padouk Chinese Hardwood Stand. C. 1890

19th century
Description

An unusually tall and large Padouk Hardwood Stand, very useful for standing a bronze, flowers or a large vase, the carving is exceptional ant condition is fine. I has the traditional marble insert to the top of the stand.

This a really fine interiors piece.

Dimensions:

H: 83cm (32.7")Di: 43cm (16.9")

PRICES ARE BEING DRAMATICALLY REDUCED NOW DUE TO OUR RETIREMENT SALE. PLEASE CHECK OUR OTHER LISTINGS!

Date of Manufacture

Malcolm Eglin Antiques has dated this Chinese Carved Padouk Stand to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Guide ID 09721503
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Shrinkage at the top ring joints: natural movement in old seasoned hardwood.
Deep hand carving across the frieze: crisp relief work softened by handling.
Surface wear on the inset marble: marks left by decades of domestic use.
Dark wax settled into recessed details: years of build-up from regular polishing.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245929
Dealers Internal Reference
023788
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Description
An unusually tall and large Padouk Hardwood Stand, very useful for standing a bronze, flowers or a large vase, the carving is exceptional ant condition is fine. I has the traditional marble insert to the top of the stand.

This a really fine interiors piece.

Dimensions:

H: 83cm (32.7")Di: 43cm (16.9")

PRICES ARE BEING DRAMATICALLY REDUCED NOW DUE TO OUR RETIREMENT SALE. PLEASE CHECK OUR OTHER LISTINGS!

Date of Manufacture

Malcolm Eglin Antiques has dated this Chinese Carved Padouk Stand to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09721503
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Shrinkage at the top ring joints: natural movement in old seasoned hardwood.
Deep hand carving across the frieze: crisp relief work softened by handling.
Surface wear on the inset marble: marks left by decades of domestic use.
Dark wax settled into recessed details: years of build-up from regular polishing.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245929
Dealers Internal Ref
023788
Malcolm Eglin Antiques
Malcolm Eglin Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2009

Personal delivery service provided by this specialist dealer in fine and unusual decorative home furnishings

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A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers.
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Archive I A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers.

Large Size Carved Padouk Chinese Hardwood Stand. C. 1890

Archive II A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers. View II
Archive III A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers. View III
Archive IV A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers. View IV
Archive V A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers. View V
Archive VI A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers. View VI
Archive VII A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers. View VII
Archive VIII A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers. View VIII
Archive IX A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers. View IX
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Malcolm Eglin Antiques

Malcolm Eglin Antiques
Telephone 07966 398123
Location
Hexham
Northumberland
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/meglin
Verified Since Mar 2009
Items For Sale 37
Items Sold 1,240
Malcolm Eglin Antiques
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A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers.
Large Size Carved Padouk Chinese Hardwood Stand. c. 1890
Ref: SA1245929
A late 19th-century dark carved padouk wood Chinese plant stand featuring a circular marble inset top, ornate floral carving, cabriole legs, and cross stretchers.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectPlant Stands
  • Period19th century
  • StyleQing Dynasty
  • MaterialPadouk, Marble
  • ColourDark Reddish Brown
  • MotifsMarble inset top, Carved floral apron, Cabriole legs, Beaded rim
  • SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

This 19th-century Chinese plant stand dates from the Qing Dynasty and is made from dark reddish-brown padouk wood with a traditional marble inset top. The circular top has a beaded rim above an ornate carved floral apron and distinctive cabriole legs linked by cross stretchers, while the visible carvings include detailed foliage and floral motifs alongside claw-and-ball style feet. The dark timber shows a warm polished finish with natural grain variations throughout the heavily carved frame. Measuring 83 cm high by 43 cm wide and 43 cm deep, the stand provides a sturdy platform for decorative items. Placed in an empty corner of a gentleman's library, hallway, or living room, it accommodates a bronze sculpture, a large flower arrangement, or a heavy ceramic vase.

FAQs

A Chinese padouk hardwood stand is a traditional piece of occasional furniture produced predominantly during the Qing dynasty for displaying bonsai, vases, or decorative ceramics. Crafted from dense padouk timber, these stands typically feature detailed openwork carving, cabriole or straight legs, and frequently incorporate an inset marble top.

These stands were constructed using dense tropical hardwoods such as padouk, rosewood, or zitan, prized for their rich colour and durability. The top surface often features an inset panel of polished marble or granite to protect the wood from moisture when displaying foliage or urns.

Authentic pieces from around 1890 exhibit hand-carved joinery, intricate relief carving depicting traditional motifs such as flowers or foliage, and natural age-related wear to the lacquer finish. The weight of the dense hardwood and precise mortise-and-tenon construction are key indicators of period craftsmanship.

A carved hardwood stand functions as an accent piece in living rooms, foyers, or hallways. It can be used to elevate botanical arrangements, bronze sculptures, or ceramic table lamps, creating contrast against minimal contemporary backdrops.

Dust the wood regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply beeswax occasionally to maintain the timbers patina. Clean the marble top using a damp cloth with mild soap, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive pads that could etch the stone or damage the surrounding woodwork.
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