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A 'HUANGHUALI' DISPLAY CABINET 17TH / 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
the rectangular outline with an open upper shelf with a pair of openwork doors, above a pair of tall rectangular doors opening to a single shelf with two doors, set with baitong lockplate and pull handles, above a shaped apron carved with foliate scrolls, the sides with short aprons carved with intertwined tendrils, all on legs of square section
Condition
Loss to one side of frame in top. There is a thin strip of restoration to the panel of the left door. There is a gap between teh side panel and teh back due to shrinkage.
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.
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.