Christopher Dresser (1838-1904) for Coalbrookdale, a gilt cast-iron umbrella/stick standStamped 'Coalbrookdale, No 267008, No 245' and with diamond design registration mark for 1872, Having a central shaped and decorated stem, the base with removeable drip pan, on compressed feet79cm high, 54.5cm wide, 23 deepNote: This design was registered and patented by Coalbrookdale Iron Foundry at the Public Records Office on 10th October 1872, and is umbrella stand no 245 in their 1875 Castings Catalogue. An example is illustrated in 'Truth Beauty Power, the Designs of Dr Christopher Dresser, The John Scott Collection, The Fine Art Society, Vol.5, no 31, 2014'.

There is a sympathetic repaired break to the back support beneath the diamond shaped section. A 5mm hole to the retaining rail towards the back left side. The gilded surface with nicks and scuffs. The stand is structurally stable.