- 981
A Japanese export lacquer cabinet on stand, Nagasaki late 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Mother of pearl
- 148cm. high, 65cm. wide, 40cm. deep; 4ft. 10¼in., 2ft. 1½in., 1ft. 4in.
the superstructure and shaped gallery surmounting a drawer and a pair of doors raised on a stand with shaped legs, decorated throughout with foliate, bird and geometric motifs and painted mother of pearl
Literature
Devonshire House Inventory, 1892, p.87 in the Pink Drawing Room
Condition
Fair condition. The upper shelf has two detached supports. The joints are unstable. The incised brass hinges are tarnished and one is bent. There are losses to the decoration, especially to the bottom of the panel doors and on one leg. Various marks and chips throughout. A very decorative and finely made piece.
"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."
"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."