TWO SIMILAR 'HUANGHUALI' HORSESHOE-BACK LOW ARMCHAIRS (QUAN YI) ONE CHAIR KANGXI PERIOD

each with slender crestrail continuing to form scrolled handgrips, with a S-curved splat carved with a reticulated ruyi-head above vases with prunus and lingzhi, the hard cane seat with beaded flange brackets and apron, with a box stretcher (2)

One chair altered to conform to the Kangxi period chair. Both with substantial alterations and repairs, including 2 inch tips to feet, replaced flange brackets, front foot rails, and front foot rests. Both with loose joinery and require substantial restoration. Tielimu replacements on sides. The chair not of Kangxi period with fill on both sides of the splat to fit into the seat. Please note there is additional provenance: New York Private Collector (until 1965). Sotheby's New York, 26th and 27th February 1965, lot 168. Updated 10 September 2009
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.