Antique Moorish Jardinière Stand, Middle Eastern Teak, Planter Podium c.1880

This is an antique Moorish jardiniere stand. A Middle Eastern, teak and inlay planter podium, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Dashingly ornate stand with great colour and Aesthetic period taste that displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout. Quality teak presents fine grain interest and rich caramel hues. Accentuated with inlay, adding spectral highlights to the stand. Wide top hosting a striking fretwork circular motif, arranged in eight sections. Inlaid star motif to the centre and each corner, respectively. Under-tier framed with superb fretwork aprons, culminating in a point at each corner. Lobed motif adorns the lower edge of the under tier, with circular inlay medallions. Generous height to the under tier, with a maximum clearance of 40cm (15.75''). Shelf engraved with a diamond motif to the centre, surrounding a star inlay. Fascinating Mashrabiya panels to the lower form, a feature of Arabian architecture. Canted and arrow shaped legs support the stand at each corner. This is a superb antique Moorish jardinière stand, with great colour and a tastefully ornate appearance. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help. Our Ref: 24703