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A 'HUANGHUALI' RECESSED-LEG SIDE TABLE (JIAOTOUSUN) 17TH CENTURY
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
the rectangular top above splayed beaded legs of rectangular section, joined by a straight waisted apron, the long sides with stylized lingzhi form brackets flanking each leg
Condition
One end board under the top is missing, and the other one is replaced. There are some splits to the brackets and loss to one of the ruyis. There is a thin filled-in patch to the top panel. The two top floating panels are from the same tree trunk. There is some discoloration and staining to the top of the table. The bottom of the legs are worn, and there is some stress and restoration to the inner legs.
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.
Catalogue Note
For a longer form of the present table, see one in the Qing Court collection attributed to the Ming dynasty, illustrated in Furniture of the Ming and Qing Dynasties (I): The Complete Collection of Treasures of the Palace Museum, Hong Kong, 2002, pl. 109.