Chinese Flower Stand From Jiangsu - 19th Century Rugs shaped arms

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It is made from teak wood with iron fittings

It is then hand painted before firing

and all subsequent wood carvers have an obligation to continue his work

This old Chinese gouache painting has been reframed by our skilled team in a simple gilt frame

Chinese Flower Stand From Jiangsu - 19th Century Rugs shaped armsThis Chinese flower stand dates from the 19th century and is made from red elm (zelkova), 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. Most flower stands from Jiangsu were lacquered in a burgundy lacquer. Remains of the