Chinese Miniature Base with Lotus Motif, Hexagonal M

Dark rosewood-toned stand with a dished top and four scrolled feet.

This medium hexagonal miniature rosewood base with a lotus motif is from China, and dates to the 20th century. The lotus rises clean from muddy water, and in Buddhist and Chinese art it is generally taken as a symbol of purity and spiritual awakening. Wooden stand, round, with a dished top, concentric rings and a small center hole. The sides curve in then out to a shaped apron, resting on scrolled feet. The wood has a deep, glossy red-brown tone. It is 5.5 inches wide, 5.5 deep and 1.75 high.

Sturdy little platform, rounded in all the right places.