Chinese Carved Wood Stand Brown Display Scroll Base for Vase Qing Republic 20th C
£28.00
Inventory Code: INV2696
Object: Stand
Material: Wood
Origin: China
Period: Qing Dynasty
Date: Late 19th - Early 20th Century
Decoration: Carving
Marked: Unmarked
Measurements:
Height 3.3 CM
Width 13.5 CM
Diameter inner Circle 11.0 CM
Condition:
FAIR/RESTORED ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (2/5) – Signs of restoration on scroll 4cm and rubbing to the surface, overall stable and functional, with original character. Please see close-up photos for detail.
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📜 Description
A finely carved antique Chinese wooden stand, dating to the late Qing dynasty (circa 1880–1930). This diminutive piece features a traditional pierced scrollwork apron with four integral legs, supporting a recessed platform for a scholar’s object, snuff bottle, or small porcelain item.
The wood exhibits a deep reddish-brown tone with a naturally aged patina, slightly dry to the touch, with areas of surface polish worn from use and time. The base is recessed and fully hand-carved, with traces of old lacquer or pigment in the crevices. The underside confirms old chisel marks and toolwork consistent with late 19th-century Chinese carving.
The proportions are balanced and functional—perfect for displaying a small object of art, such as a jade carving, snuff bottle, or bronze ornament.
Collector’s Notes: Late Qing wooden stands like this were often carved from a variety of native hardwoods, not necessarily precious rosewood. While not hongmu, this piece offers an authentic, traditional appearance ideal for contextual display. It reflects the scholar’s taste for simplicity, elegance, and craftsmanship without the need for grand material value.
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