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TWO CHINESE CARVED CINNABAR LACQUER BOXES AND COVERS, QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- length of longer 6 3/8 in.; 16.8 cm
comprising: one quatrefoil box and cover, the top of the cover deftly carved in high relief with boys playing blind man's bluff in a garden amidst plantain and pine trees, the sides carved with diaper pattern, the interiors and base lacquered black; and a box and cover of six-lobed section, the top of the cover carved with boys playing musical instruments in a balustraded garden, the sides carved with diaper pattern, the interiors and base lacquered black. 4 pieces.
Condition
Both boxes and covers all with expected age cracks (with associated small losses and consolidation), small chips to the rims, wear to the bases, and possible re-touching to the interiors. The six-lobed box with extensive losses to the rim (largest 1.4 x 2.3 cm, with an associated crack).
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.