Fig. 200. Design for a plant stand
[Fig. 199] is thoroughly representative of the so-called mission style with its mortise and tenon joints and straight square legs.
The shelf for holding the jardinière is indicated by dotted lines, and it is held by cleats fastened to the sides by flat-head screws.
A dark finish, antique or rich brown, is appropriate for either design. [Fig. 200] shows a radically different form. The shelf is octagonal or square with the corners cut at 45 degrees to fit the legs.
The detail view shows the arrangement of lower rails meeting the legs at the same angle. The ends of rails are mitred and secured by wire nails set below the surface and holes filled. The fastening between upper shelf and legs may be either round-head blue screws or dowel pins of the same material as the legs, with the outer ends slightly rounded.
The shape of the legs makes this design weaker than [Fig. 199], but their spread results in a more stable base and makes this stand less liable to upset.
The foot rest ([Fig. 201]) is to be provided with a cushion covered with leather nailed on with large-head craftsman nails.