Chinese Rectangular Base (Large)

Black lacquer sheen, a generous cutout, and no interest in being the main event.

This large rectangular carved base is from China. It is sandalwood. Sandalwood is a dense, fragrant heartwood that has long been prized in Asia for carving, incense and small objects. Slab top overhangs a shallow apron with a faintly textured carved strip. Curved legs frame a long arched opening below. Squat feet anchor the base, and the dark surface shows soft, even wear. It is 3.75 inches wide, 1.75 deep and 1 high.

The sort of support act that never asks for applause.