A 19th Century bobbin and fretwork Quran stand

This very beautiful stand is wonderfully carved with a rich patina. Originally designed to hold the sacred Quran, these were also made in the late 19th century for the colonial market as superb magazine, book or picture stands/racks.

This is a large floor standing example.

These types of stands were also imported and retailed by Liberty & Co in the late 19th Century as illustrated in their 1890s catalogues. The work on this example is particularly lovely with the arched supports and individual turned bobbin fretwork.

Dimensions:

All approximate

Overall height 61cm

Max width 68.5cm

Max depth 25cm

Seen next to an armchair for scale

Condition: Where there are specific points to note we will detail these as far as possible but please be aware that all our items have wear commensurate with age and are as seen in the photographs. If you require any specific information please do not hesitate to get in contact. As seen in the images, but not limited to: losses, wear and marks to the wood throughout. One beadwork strip is missing to the edge of the fretwork window. No inlay. An old repair to a finial tip as pictured.