Vintage Marbro Chinoiserie Wood Display Stand Base France French Carved Plinth
- Prestigious Provenance: A rare mid-century vintage wooden display stand imported from France by the renowned Marbro Lamp Company (Los Angeles, CA). It retains its highly desirable original provenance labels on the underside.
- Exquisite Chinoiserie Design: Featuring traditional French-Asian fusion (Chinoiserie) styling. The side frieze is meticulously hand-carved with four distinct botanical and fruit motifs (including pomegranate, symbolizing abundance and prosperity). Raised square scroll feet elevate your displayed item with museum-like presence.
- Versatile Decorative Base: While originally imported as a high-end lamp component, this heavy wood plinth serves as an exceptional standalone display base. Ideal for showcasing antique porcelain vases, ginger jars, flower pots, jade carvings, sculptures, crystal spheres, or collectibles. It features a ~0.5" center hole and original protective felt pads on the feet.
Size & Weight
- Overall Dimensions: Approx. 8.25"L x 8.25"W x 5"H
- Top Fitting Diameter (Inner Flat Area): Approx. 6" Diameter
- Weight: Approx. 2.2 lbs (Substantial, heavy feel)
Material
- Dense Asian Hardwood (Ebonized / Dark-stained finish)
Condition Report
- Vintage Pre-owned Condition with Repair:
- One leg has a vertical crack that has been previously repaired/stabilized with wood glue/bond (Please refer closely to the detailed photos). The stand remains structurally stable and fully capable of holding weight for display purposes.
- Displays overall age-appropriate surface wear, minor scuffs, scratches, and light finish loss as expected with age, adding a beautiful authentic vintage patina.
- Features the rare original shipping paper label on the bottom from international forwarders: "Shipped by Wingate & Johnston, 8 Rue d'Enghien Paris, Made in France", along with handwritten inventory markings "MARBRO 1554 / 4 pieces".
Vintage Marbro Chinoiserie Wood Display Stand Base France French Carved Plinth
Sale price$120.00
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