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A Chinese mother-of-pearl inlaid circular wood box Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- wood and mother of pearl
- 26cm., 10 1/4 in.
the cover finely inlaid in mother-of-pearl with a medallion enclosing a seated lady with child and attendant in a garden, encircled with floral sprays and grapevine at the rim, the sides with four cusped oval panels enclosing landscape scenes and divided by Precious Objects, the sides of the box with flower sprays divided by floral strapwork
Condition
There is crack to the base and cover extending the full length of the box, and a section of loss to the rim of the base approx. 4cm. long. There is loss to the mother-of-pearl inlay, particularly to the cover, and some are possibly replaced. The colour of the wood on the cover is lighter than the box.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."