Lot 404
  • 404

A Chinese Coromandel lacquer twelve-panel screen Qing Dynasty, 19th century

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • wood
  • height 8 ft. 10 1/2 in.; width of each panel approximately 18 1/2 in.
  • 270.5 cm; 47 cm

Condition

Restored condition; extensive losses to lacquer with subsequent extensive restoration and inpainting; surface stable; some hinges lacking and replaced; the 1st panel with small chips to lacquer of feet; the 4th panel with large chips to lacquer of feet; the 5th, 6th, 9th and 10th panels with chips to lacquer of feet; the 6th and 9th panels with losses to lacquer to top edges; the 11th panel with very large losses to lacquer of feet; the 12th panel with small losses to lacquer of feet and with extensive losses to lacquer to top edge; would benefit from further 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.
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.