A ZITAN BAMBOO-STYLE DAYBED-FORM STAND

18TH CENTURY

Details

A ZITAN BAMBOO-STYLE DAYBED-FORM STAND
18TH CENTURY
Inspired by bamboo prototypes, the single-plank top with molded edge is set within a wide, double-reeded edge. The whole is supported by stretchers wrapped around corner legs of round section and set with vertical struts.
2 5/8 in. (6.8 cm.) high, 10 1/8 in. (25.8 cm.) wide, 6 in. (15.4 cm.) deep

Provenance

Acquired in Cape Town, South Africa, 1960s.

Lot Essay

Refer to R. W. Longsdorf, "Chinese Bamboo Furniture, Its Influence on Hardwood Furniture Design", Orientations, January 1994, pp. 76-83, where the author discusses the features of bamboo furniture carried over to hardwood forms, such as rounded members, 'wrap-around' stretchers, 'stacked' stretchers and the use of closely-placed vertical struts.

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