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An eight-fold Chinese export gilt lacquer screen Qing dynasty, circa 1800
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- lacquer
- Height of each panel: 7 ft. 8 in. (234 cm); Width of each panel: 2 ft. ½ in. (62 cm)
decorated with scenes of fishermen, pagodas and Chinese figures in a mountainous riverside landscape, surrounded by a border of rectangular reserves with birds and floral and foliate sprays
Condition
In good general condition, with the japanned decoration on the top in fine state, with minor retouches consistent with age. Some possible areas of water damage and retouching to the lacquer, as seen on some of the rocks and pavilions. There are general age cracks, in consistent with age. The white and gilt decoration in the frieze original with retouching commensurate with age.
"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."