A 'Huanghuali' 'Kang' Table (Kangzhuo) Qing Dynasty, 17th / 18th Century

the rectangular top with molded edge over a recessed waist above an arched and scrolled apron with beaded edge, continuing to the cabriole legs terminating in scroll and foliate-carved feet, the wood of a pale golden brown

Christie's New York, 6th November 1980, lot 79

minor repairs to corners of apron where it meets legs, small nails reinforcing joins, small repair to one corner of waist under top, upper interior edge of one leg with filled crack (not visible on exterior), minor spotting on top
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Compare a huanghuali square kang table with similar silhouette attributed to the late 16th to the early 17th century, illustrated by Kai-Yin Lo et al, Classical and Vernacular Chinese Furniture in the Living Environment, Hong Kong, 1998, no. 17, pp. 130-131. Compare also a similar table, attributed to the late 16th century to the early 18th century, illustrated in Grace Wu Bruce, Living with Ming-The Lu Ming Shi Collection, 2000, no. 41, pp. 150-151.  A table of similar form with slightly more elaborate carving to the apron was sold in these rooms, 2nd June 1993, lot 570.