This is a special antique Monoplane folding cake stand. For afternoon tea table, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Fascinating folding cake stand with patented mechanism Arranged as five circular stands with tiered edges and a diameter . Rotating upon a central pivot, the stand reaches the horizontal plane From here, a further two stands smoothly fan outwards Sliding latch locks securely into place - lift outwards and up to return the stand to its upright position Shaped lifting handle with arched form stands above the whole Emblem to rear reads ''The Monoplane'' registered trademark. British Patent No; 222,276 Abroad Supports united by a diamond-shaped stretcher rail above shaped trestle legs with discrete slipper feet Size closed 80 x 26 x 30 cm Size open 80 x 60 x 60 cm Tables are 46 high and diameter are 19 and 15 cm