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A chinese export polychrome coromandel lacquer twelve-panel screen Qing dynasty, 18th/19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- 280cm. high, 576cm. wide, 2cm. deep
with Chinoiserie scenes, depicting to the front, courtly figures going about their daily activities, with palatial ceremonial activities in the background, and mythical beasts and flower frieze inv. no. AWE 659 (2)
Condition
Overall in fair and original condition. All panels with craquele and some cracks. Loose flakes and losses, especially to the upper left corner of the back side. Overall slightly dirty and with stains. Most anels warped. Hinges replaced and losses to the laqcuer at the hinges. Attractive piece in need of restoration.
"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."