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A CHINESE EXPORT BROWN LACQUER AND PARCEL-GILT TILT-TOP TRIPOD TABLE 18th Century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- wood
- height 28 1/4 in.; depth 28 3/4 in.
- 71.8 cm; 73 cm
the dished circular top with two figures with a landscape with pagoda within a blossom border, in tones of gilt on a dark brown ground, tilting over a rotating birdcage mechanism, with ring-turned standard on cabriole legs terminating in pad feet.
Condition
Restored condition; top slightly warped; lifting and losses to lacquer of top and now with a stabilizing varnish; the birdcage support with warped bottom; the stem and tripod supports redecorated and now with stabilizing varnish; lifting to lacquer of legs; old worm;
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.