- 1866
A 'HONGMU' 'MOON GAZING' ARMCHAIR LATE QING DYNASTY |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Rosewood
- Height 34 1/2 in., 87.6 cm; Length 48 in., 121.9 cm (fully extended); Width 28 in., 71.1 cm
the square paneled seat joined to the two-tiered out-scrolled arms, the tilted back-rest below a rotating cylindrical head-rest carved with peaches to either side, with a sliding foot-rest carved and pierced with an apron of ruyi, cash symbols and a fruiting peach bough
Condition
The chair is in good overall condition. There are filled and patch repairs to breaks on one end of the cylindrical headrest and the back cylindrical post where it joins the armrest. There is general wear and other minor patch and filled repairs overall consistent with age and use. Please note that this lot will require a CITES permit for export outside of the United States.
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.