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AN INSCRIBED BAMBOO WRIST REST 19TH / 20TH CENTURY |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Length 8 in., 20.3 cm
signed Fu Xin
Provenance
Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York, 23rd November 1982.
Collection of Florence (1920-2018) and Herbert (1917-2016) Irving, no. 850.
Collection of Florence (1920-2018) and Herbert (1917-2016) Irving, no. 850.
Literature
'Antiques: Bamboo Artistry, Inspired Designs from a Noble Oriental Plant', Architectural Digest, May 1983, p. 161.
Condition
The wrist rest is in overall good condition, but with a small area of discoloration to the 'brocade' and some shallow scratches to the underside.
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.