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A 'HUANGHUALI' DOCUMENT BOX AND COVER 17TH CENTURY |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Height 4 in., 10.2 cm; Width 10 7/8 in., 27.5 cm; Depth 5 3/8 in., 13.7 cm
the top panel with a lively grain incorporating burls of varying size, the rim of the cover with a beaded edge, repeated on the box, the sides extending to form a low foot rim, fitted with a pair of brass hinges and a circular lockplate with cloud-form hasp
Provenance
Eastern Pacific Co., Hong Kong, 30th April 1986.
Collection of Florence (1920-2018) and Herbert (1917-2016) Irving, no. 1801.
Collection of Florence (1920-2018) and Herbert (1917-2016) Irving, no. 1801.
Condition
The box is in overall good condition, however, there is shrinkage to the base panel, and two splits emanating from one of the hinges on the cover. 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.