Chinese Flower Stand Made From Red Elm - 19thC Period - Taishō Low carved elm table with

Low carved elm table with traces of original lacquer - suitable for use as a coffee table - Made from elm and dating from the late 19th century

enhanced by its original brass hardware which adds a subtle decorative contrast

Known as spring benches

and sometimes areca nut or tobacco

This Parath bowl has a wonderful patina which comes from frequent use over many years

Chinese Flower Stand Made From Red Elm - 19thC Period - Taishō Low carved elm table withThis 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