A simple yet very elegant early Qing to Ming antique scholar's desktop document presentation folding stand made of exotic Zitan hardwood. Zitan ranks the number one in Chinese hardwood . It is so dense that it is the only wood known to sink in the water rather than floating on the water. Zitan wood and Huanghuali wood are the most sought after hardwood for Chinese art collectors. This stand is a fine example of a good design in style with good craftsmanship.