Lacquered Green Metal Umbrella Stand with Tulip Base and Ring Stem.

This umbrella stand consists of a cylindrical receptacle made of lacquered metal in a deep, shiny English green, set on a flared tulip base made of brown patinated cast iron. A central rod runs through the entire piece and ends at the top with a gripping ring that allows the object to be moved with ease. The silhouette, both functional and graphic, evokes a stylized chalice. The tulip base, popularized by design in the 1950s-1960s, is cleverly applied here to an entryway object, reflecting the spread of modernist vocabulary into everyday accessories. Condition assessment: Overall good condition. Shiny and uniform green lacquer, cast iron with regular patina, with possible small signs of use typical of its function. A practical entryway accessory that is also full of character.