Carved Chinese Marble Stand 19th Century

Name: A Carved, Marble Topped Chinese Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA971770
Price: 365 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectPlant Stands
Period19th century
StyleChinese Export
MaterialHardwood, Marble
ColourDark Brown
MotifsPierced floral apron, Cabriole legs, Inset marble top, X-stretcher
SizeH 62 cm (24 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

This Chinese export plant stand, dating from 1890, functions as a versatile table or urn stand in dark brown hardwood. The round top features an inset circular marble surface with pinkish-grey marbling, bordered by a carved rim above a pierced floral apron. Cabriole legs curve downwards to claw feet, supported towards the base by an X-shaped cross stretcher with a central carved detail. The timber has a polished wax finish with a visible patina reflecting age and handling. Measuring 62 cm high, 41 cm wide, and 41 cm deep, this piece provides an elevated display surface for an empty corner, a hallway, or a sunlit conservatory to hold plants, sculptures, or decorative objects. The structural framework exhibits deep relief carving depicting flowers, foliage, and scrolling motifs along the upper frieze and the cabriole legs. The carved wooden feet curve inward into detailed claws resting directly on the floor. The underside of the structure is braced by intersecting diagonal stretchers that meet in the middle with a small floral boss, adding stability to the frame. The surface displays varied grain patterns across the dark hardwood sections surrounding the central stone inlay. The stand accommodates domestic display requirements without occupying excessive floor space in a living area or study.

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Popularised during the Qing Dynasty and late Victorian export trade, these stands were originally designed to display bonsai trees, urns, or porcelain vessels in formal reception rooms and studies.

Authentic pieces are predominantly crafted from dense Asian hardwoods such as padauk, rosewood, or zitan, frequently featuring inset circular panels of variegated rouge or grey marble on the top surface.

Examine the joinery for traditional floating panel construction and unpegged mortise and tenon joints, alongside hand-carved pierced aprons and natural patination across the dark timber frame.

These versatile accent pieces work effectively as sculptural plant stands in a bright room, beside an armchair as an occasional table, or as a display pedestal for ceramic art.

Dust regularly with a soft cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish to the carved hardwood, avoiding harsh chemical cleansers on the marble insert to protect its finish.

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A Carved, Marble Topped Chinese Table