Antique wooden planter (also known as a torchere or pedestal). These tall, slender stands were popular from the late 19th to early 20th centuries for displaying potted plants such as palms or ferns. Style and Material Design Period: The piece exhibits characteristics of the Art Nouveau or Arts & Crafts movements, which emphasize natural wood and geometric cutouts. Features: It has a square top surface and a smaller bottom shelf for stability or additional display space. It is in very good, preserved condition for its age. We can post it carefully packaged, in an insured, registered package.