A HARDSTONE-INLAID CINNABAR LACQUER 'DOUBLE-GOURD' TABLE SCREEN QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG/JIAQING PERIOD

the finely and deeply carved gourd-shaped panel enclosing jade and hardstone-inlaid medallions encircled by bajixiang emblems reserved on a dense diaper ground, all supported on a ruyi-shaped base 

The screen is in good overall condition with the exception of a crack and small areas of loss to lacquer at the left side of the waist of the double gourd and a small area of restoration to the lacquer on the right side of the waist, a 1cm., long area of loss to the front edge of the lacquer to the middle of the upper bulb, restoration to the top of the front edge of the screen, restoration to the right front corner of the top of the stand, minor light age cracks and refreshing to the red lacquer on the reverse of the screen, replaced inlay to half of the top bat and to one of the central leaves at the waist, and possible re-attachment or replacement of the jade medallion in the top bulb.
"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.
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