A PAIR OF MINIATURE CINNABAR LACQUER CABINETS QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

each comprising of two compartments, carved on the doors with figures in landscapes, the central doors opening to reveal two small drawers, the bottom panels decorated in flower sprays, the top similarly decorated with doors opening on to a single compartment, all reserved on a diaper ground and key-fret borders

Mme. L. Collection, Paris.
Christie's Paris, 15th June 2004, Lot 149.

The overall condition of both cabinets is very good. There are tiny chips and minor repairs to the corners of each cabinet. The back left corner on each cabinet has had its metal capped foot replaced. All the other feet have original metal tipped feet. One of the cabinets has some light restoration to the corner where the original metal capped foot once was. There are some light cracks to the black lacquer on the interior.
"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."