Chinese Miniature Base, Round L

Broad, rounded dark stand that wears its wood grain like a signature.

This large round miniature ebony base is from China, and dates to the 20th century. Ebony is a very dense, dark hardwood that has been used in China for furniture and fittings, and it polishes to a deep, even black. Wide stand with a shallow rimmed top and a wide, rolled lower body. Grain streaks run across the dark brown wood, with a few lighter flecks near the edge. The finish is soft and satiny. It is 1 inches high and 4 in diameter.

Simple form, handsome grain, and nothing to apologize for.