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A CHINESE EXPORT BROWN LACQUER AND PARCEL-GILT TABLE 18th/19th Century, Qing Dynasty
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- lacquered wood
- height 30 in.; width 35 in.; depth 19 1/2 in.
- 76.2 cm; 88.9 cm; 49.5 cm
the top decorated with butterfly and plant motif, above pierced stylized cloudwork molding above a pierced inset apron, decorated throughout with meandering vine, butterfly and blossom motif, in tones of gilt on a dark brown ground.
Condition
Good restored condition with losses and chips to lacquer especially to corners of frieze and to feet; probably once a stand and now with an inset lacquer panel top with age cracks losses and lifting to lacquer.
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
A very similar table to the present lot is in the gallery at Harewood House, illustrated, Christopher Gilbert, The Life and Work of Thomas Chippendale, New York: Macmillan Publishing Co. Inc., 1978, p. 167.