Antique Chinese Carved Wooden Vase Stand yellow Showcasing elegant form and rich

Showcasing elegant form and rich gilded detailing

Decorative flourish typical of elite Neapolitan commissions

while the motif of monopodial legs and zoomorphic lion feet references the era’s revivalist spirit

A splendid pair of late 19th century French mirrors

and the decorative arts

Antique Chinese Carved Wooden Vase Stand yellow Showcasing elegant form and richThe round top with thumb moulding and petals, supported on a tripod base carved with dragons among fauna, the whole vase stand raised on three carved clawed feet with lion masks. Overall rich glossy patina and charming age related details. China, Circa 1850 Height: 80 cms (31. 5 ins) Diameter: 40 cms (15. 7 ins)