A Chinese silver inlaid hardwood stand, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or Republic period (1912-1949), the low flat stand with scroll-form feet at each corner, embellished with inlaid silver wire diaper and archaistic cloud decoration. An important Melbourne collection. 2 cm high, 15.75 cm wide, 9.8 cm deep. Provenance: an important private collection, Melbourne.