Chinese Flower Stand from Jiangsu - Ca 1930's Coat Hooks Material: Carved wood with later

Material: Carved wood with later mirror plates

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This Chinese flower stand dates from the 19th century and has a useful central shelf with finely carved spindles

Chinese Flower Stand from Jiangsu - Ca 1930's Coat Hooks Material: Carved wood with laterThis Chinese flower stand dates from the 1930's and is made from a mix of huali (rosewood) and cypress (baimu). The majority of this piece is cypress wood with the central floating panel constructed from huali (rosewood) It has stylized bats carved into the side, a symbol of good luck in China. This style of table is also known as a tea table and often came in pairs. They were often used as scholars tables for taking notes and transcripts at local