Early 20th century, with a frontal five clawed dragon in center surrounded by four dragons in corners of surface, the edges with key motif at rim and base, shaped apron with elegant cabriole legs tapering down to turned feet on banded stretcher, surface finely carved with elaborate animated dragons and clouds.

35 x 18.5 x 15 in.

Private Collection, Western, North Carolina

A pair of similar lacquer stands were sold at Christie's Paris, 21-22 June 2016, lot 127.

Overall good estate condition; some chips to feet with later fill; accumulated dust to relief carving.

$1,000 - 3,000