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Superior Quality Pair of Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Hardwood 2-Tier Stands,
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €2,574     $2,794
£2,200
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Superior Quality Pair of Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Hardwood 2-Tier Stands,

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Superior quality pair of late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty carved hardwood 2-tier stands.

Pair of rectangular carved hardwood or rosewood 2-tier stands or tables , with reeded frames and legs with carved panel friezes. The tops with inset rouge marble shaped panels , one with an historic crack.

The bases with interlaced reeded circular stretchers , the block feet with a traditional key design .

In excellent original condition with a rich colour and patina to the densely-grained hardwood .

H 30”

W 16”

D 12”

China c.1880

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Chinese Marble Top Stands to the 1880s.

Independent Date Guide ID 07559525
Dealer's Item Date1880s
Sellingantiques Date1880s
Sellingantiques agingItem 125-160 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1880s:
Hand-carved fretwork friezes: late Qing dynasty joinery and carving practice.
Mitred corner joints with shrinkage gaps: natural long-term timber movement.
Inset shaped rouge marble tops: original nineteenth-century stonework and fitting.
Interlocking reeded circular stretchers: established late nineteenth-century Chinese cabinet work.

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
75cm (29.53")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA937075
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 2210
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Superior quality pair of late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty carved hardwood 2-tier stands.
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Pair of rectangular carved hardwood or rosewood 2-tier stands or tables , with reeded frames and legs with carved panel friezes.
M Lees and Sons

The tops with inset rouge marble shaped panels , one with an historic crack.

fig 1. A pair of late nineteenth-century Chinese carved dark hardwood two-tier stands featuring inset marble tops, carved openwork aprons, and interlocking ring stretchers.
fig 1. Superior Quality Pair of Late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Hardwood 2-Tier Stands,

The bases with interlaced reeded circular stretchers , the block feet with a traditional key design .

In excellent original condition with a rich colour and patina to the densely-grained hardwood .

H 30”

W 16”

D 12”

China c.1880

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Chinese Marble Top Stands to the 1880s.

Independent Date Report ID 07559525
Dealer's Item Date1880s
Sellingantiques dating1880s
Sellingantiques agingItem 125-160 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1880s:
Hand-carved fretwork friezes: late Qing dynasty joinery and carving practice.
Mitred corner joints with shrinkage gaps: natural long-term timber movement.
Inset shaped rouge marble tops: original nineteenth-century stonework and fitting.
Interlocking reeded circular stretchers: established late nineteenth-century Chinese cabinet work.

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
75cm (29.53")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA937075
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 2210
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
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M Lees and Sons
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A pair of late nineteenth-century Chinese carved dark hardwood two-tier stands featuring inset marble tops, carved openwork aprons, and interlocking ring stretchers.
Superior quality pair of late C19th Chinese Qing Dynasty carved hardwood 2-tier stands,
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  • ObjectPlant Stands
  • Period19th century
  • StyleQing Dynasty
  • MaterialHardwood, Marble
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsInset marble top, Fretwork apron, Interlocking ring stretcher, Two-tier design
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 40 cm (16 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

This pair of late nineteenth-century Chinese Qing Dynasty plant stands comes in a dark brown hardwood with a rich colour and visible grain. Each rectangular table measures 75 cm high, 40 cm wide, and 30 cm deep, standing on block feet with a traditional key design. The surfaces display inset rouge marble shaped panels, and one top contains an historic crack. Reeded frames and legs support two tiers alongside carved panel friezes with openwork fretwork aprons. The bases incorporate interlaced reeded circular stretchers. These versatile stands suit placement in a gentleman's library or a fireplace alcove to hold plants, lamps, or decorative items. The construction exhibits traditional joinery and durable timber suitable for daily interior use. The matching pair provides balanced display options for traditional or eclectic residential interiors. Each piece maintains its original surfaces and structural configuration.

FAQs

Qing Dynasty furniture is recognised for its elaborate ornamentation, geometric carving, and substantial proportions compared to earlier Ming pieces. Craftsmanship during this period frequently incorporated intricate fretwork, carved aprons, and inset marble tops set within dense hardwood frames.

These stands were constructed using dense tropical hardwoods such as zitan, hongmu, or rosewood, which were prized for their weight and grain. Tops were often inlaid with patterned marble or granite slabs, joined using traditional mortise and tenon wood joinery rather than metal fasteners.

Authentic period stands display precision joinery without nails, showing natural wear and oxidation in unvarnished recesses. The weight of the timber is noticeably heavy, and the marble inserts typically exhibit natural mineral veining and subtle hand-polishing marks consistent with period manufacturing techniques.

A pair of stands can be placed symmetrically on either side of a sideboard or doorway, or positioned in alcoves to frame a focal point. Their vertical profile makes them suitable for displaying indoor foliage, ceramic vases, or sculptural objects against modern neutral walls.

Dust the wood regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a beeswax polish occasionally to maintain the timber finish. Avoid placing marble inserts directly under hot objects or liquids, and position the pieces away from direct heat sources to prevent timber movement or cracking.
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