Lot 3008
  • 3008

A HUANGHUALI CHEST WITH DRAWERS LATE MING DYNASTY

Estimate
220,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description

  • huanghuali
of rectangular form, constructed with a removable panel door at the front with a baitong circular lock plate and side lock, above a reticulated baitong shaped door pull suspending from a chrysanthemum-shaped plate, all framed by baitong ruyi-shaped protective plates inset to each corner of the panel, the sides of the box flanked by a pair of rectangular handles, each suspended from a pair of rhombus-shaped plates and resting on one further plate, above a metal fitting with an opening to allow the threading through of a band or string for carriage, the edges of the chest reinforced with baitong strips, the interior housing six drawers, each with a pair of metal pulls

Condition

There are age cracks as expected of late Ming/early Qing furniture. There are bruises at the points where the panel door and drawers open.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Chests of this design with drawers are quite rare in surviving examples from the classical period.