Chinese Flower Stand from Jiangsu - Early 20thC Woodblock Print Using a large mirror in

Using a large mirror in a small room adds not only drama to the room but addition reflected light

15 x 9 x 41 (wxdxh cms)

Kaika Goyuran no Zu" Meiji Empress and court ladies are on pleasure boats looking at spring flowers in full bloom

The columns are surmounted by carved parrots

Chinese Flower Stand from Jiangsu - Early 20thC Woodblock Print Using a large mirror inThis Chinese flower stand dates from the early 20th century and has a concealed drawer. Made from red elm (zelkova) and known in China as 'jumu' or 'southern elm.' Red elm as the name suggests has a more red tone and has a more aesthetically pleasant grain. It was considered in China to be superior to its northern elm relative. Red elm is the typical wood used in pieces from Jiangsu province. This style of table is also known as a tea table and often