Chinese Iron Fireworks Launcher, Based

Welcome a modest pole in dark green, topped by a plain round cup.

This wood and iron fireworks launcher on a base is from China, and dates to the 19th century. Devices for holding and launching fireworks were generally simple, with a stand or holder that kept the tube upright and steady. Together, a thin straight shaft in a muted brown tone rises from a square black-green base with faint gilt lines at its edge. A small cylindrical cap with a darker band sits at the top. It is 12 inches wide, 10 deep and 41.5 high.

Quiet, upright and well mannered on its little pedestal.