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A SMALL HONGMU FOOTREST (JIAOTA) QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- huanghuali
- Height 9 in; Width 26 in; Depth 14 in
a single floating panel set flush into a mitered, mortise and tenon frame, the molded edge tapering to a recessed waist, above a straight apron with beaded edge and supported on inward curved legs with beading to the inside edge terminating in hoof feet
Condition
Shrinkage to the top panels has been repaired with fill and patches. There has been overall consolidation of the joinery. There is a repaired break to the inside of one leg and a repaired split to the inside of another leg. There is wear overall.
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.