- 1327
A 'HUANGHUALI' AND HARDWOOD CONTINUOUS YOKEBACK ARMCHAIR LATE QING DYNASTY |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Height 39 1/4 in., 101 cm; Width 22 1/8 in., 56.2 cm; Depth 18 in., 45.7 cm
with a gently arched crestrail over an S-shaped splat, the serpentine armrails supported by S-shaped braces and straight front posts, the two-panel hardwood seat set with in a molded-edge frame, all supported on four square-section legs
Provenance
Pao and Moltke, Toronto.
Sotheby's New York, 18th March 2017, lot 1301.
Sotheby's New York, 18th March 2017, lot 1301.
Condition
The armchair with repaired breaks to the joints at either end of the crest rail and back posts, to joints at the back post and arms, and the arm terminals and front posts. There are splits at the base of the splat. There are repaired splits to two legs-one with pegs and patches. The joinery is a bit loose. There has been general consolidation, other minor repairs and wear 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.