Looking for something similar? – Get in touch and we'll help you find the perfect piece.
This elegant 19th-century flower stand is crafted from baimu (Chinese cypress) and originates from Jiangsu province in Eastern China. Traditionally known as flower stands, these pieces were designed to elevate prized porcelain vases, scholar’s objects, or arrangements of fresh flowers, allowing them to be admired at eye level while adding architectural structure to a room.
The stand features a beautifully balanced form with a square top, a lower display shelf, and an open geometric lattice platform at the base. The warm honey-brown tone of the cypress has developed a rich patina over time, highlighting the natural grain and subtle variations in the timber. The clean, refined lines reflect the restrained aesthetic typical of Jiangsu furniture, where proportion and craftsmanship were valued over excessive ornamentation.
Originally these stands were commonly produced in pairs for symmetrical interior arrangements. Today they are wonderfully versatile pieces—equally suitable as lamp tables, bedside tables, or display stands. Their narrow footprint also makes them ideal for smaller interiors, where they can be placed beside a sofa, either side of a mantelpiece, or used to highlight decorative objects.
UK Delivery: £15 (2-5 days) by insured courier to ground floor. Typical lead time 1–2 weeks.
Returns: You can return items within 30 days of receipt for a refund (excluding delivery costs). Items must be returned in the same condition and suitably packed. Please notify us within 7 days of receipt of your intent to return. To start a return, please contact us.
Free Delivery is for UK orders over £250. Use code DELIVERY at checkout
We'll be in touch about the piece you're interested in within one working day.
Our expert restorers treat every piece with the respect it deserves.
Using traditional techniques and the highest quality mineral pigments, each piece leaves our workshop only after receiving the highest level of craftsmanship, precision and care.
Curating beautiful collections of rare Asian Antiques since the mid 1970's.
Get in touch with us today to set up a trade account.