A 'HUANGHUALI' RECESSED-LEG PAINTING TABLE (HUAAN) QING DYNASTY, 17TH CENTURY

the long rectangular top with a floating panel in a wide molded frame, on flared legs of circular outline joined by two end braces, the straight apron with short spandrels joint to the legs, the underside with fixed transverse braces

Sotheby's New York, 19th March 1997, lot 383.

One of the leg has split from the top and has been stabilized. There is a seven inch patch to the underside of the edge of the framework. There is a four inch patch to the apron on the front, close to the short side of table. There is a triangular patch to one of the corners of the apron. There are several smaller restored patches, particularly at the short sides of the apron. There are some small fills to the table, particularly at the legs, where the splits have been stabilized. There is some patches of discoloration to the top of the table.
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.