Lot 40
  • 40

A GROUP OF MING-STYLE HARDWOOD FURNITURE

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

comprising: a sidechair with an S-curve relief carved splat, over a hard panel seat with legs of square section, the pair of rectangular stools with a hard panel seat and rectangular section legs ending in hoof feet (3)

Provenance

stools: Dynasty Furniture by Drummond & Co.

Condition

Chair: There is a gap between the seat panel and the seat frame due to shrinkage. One stretcher is loose. One leg has been restuck with glue at the top where the leg is attached to the seat frame. Stools: minor scratches, staining and bleaching to top. There are some minor nicks and scratches throughout. One of the stools is painted black on the underside.
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.