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A TWELVE-PANEL CHINESE COROMANDEL 'BIRTHDAY' SCREEN, QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- height 104 in., 264.2 cm; width each panel 18 1/2 in.; 47 cm
the hinged rectangular panels carved with a continuous and lively scene depicting a birthday celebration, a seated dignitary amid a grand pavilion being entertained and receiving guests bearing tribute, the reverse with a scenic panorama of Hangzhou's West Lake, all in polychrome on a dark brown lacquer ground
Provenance
Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, lot 217 (according to label)
David Webb (by repute)
David Webb (by repute)
Condition
The panels have vertical splits to the wood (as illustrated) with associated consolidation. The lacquer and pigments have cracks and some flakes (commensurate with age), and there are some areas of re-touching. The hinges have been replaced, and some are loose or missing.
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.