AN ELMWOOD CABINET (JIA GE) QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

with two shelves, the uppermost framed by a latticework gallery, the lower with a ruyi-head gallery, all above a pair of drawers above a pair of doors on rectangular legs joined by a rectangular stretcher; together with: a cabinet of similar form and a pair of associated stands (4)

One cabinet: Sotheby's New York, 26th November 1991, lot 426.

The lockplaces and hinges are replaced. The fretwork apron just above the feet on the front is replaced. There is an 11 inch strip which has been restored on the doors which is of a slightly different color, visible in the catalogue. The doors and drawers were forced open (which once had locks), which has left small areas of losses above the drawers and the doors. Some of the reticulated ruyi-heads have been slightly restored. There are some small and minor patches, splits, as well as scratches throughout. The other cabinet was made up of members from other old furniture pieces and has scratches and restoration throughout.
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.