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A HUANGHUALI BOX QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description
- huahuali rosewood (Dalbergia odorifera)
- 13.8 by 36.9 by 20.8 cm, 5 3/8 by 14 1/2 by 8 1/4 in.
the hinged cover and the sides carved in low relief with dense floral scrolls and rockwork, the front embellished with a lock plate and a ruyi-shaped hasp, the sides flanked by a pair of C-shaped handles suspending from floral roundels
Condition
The casket is in overall good condition. There are some expected light scratches to the base. There is an age crack showing on the interior of the cover by one side near the joint and a couple of age cracks to the base. The wood bears a fine age patina.
"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."