An unusual George III black painted stand circa 1790

the gold painted line decoration with rope twist running through it, the X-frame with oval undertier painted with a flower head on outswept legs

Good general condition but with much surface dirt and wear. Some chips to the painted decoration throughout. Two of the supports have repairs to their bases.
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The 'japanned' painting on the stand is similar to that found on pieces acquired by the 5th Duke of Devonshire for the new wing at Chiswick