A CARVED CINNABAR-LACQUER PORTABLE CABINET QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

of rectangular form, the front doors and panels decorated with medallions of leafy peonies, prunus, chrysanthemum and finger citrons meticulously carved in relief against a diaper ground framed by key-fret borders, the two front doors opening to reveal a partition of black lacquered shelves, the brass hinges and pulls incised with a floral motif against a finely granulated ground, the top brass handle set on four lobbed plaques decorated with lotus, the unlacquered back covered with a straw lattice panel, the flat base lacquered in black

Acquired in Paris between the 1970s and the early 90s.

The cabinet is overall in good condition. There are some chips to the carving and the edges of the doors. The key-fret frame on the left door has a small area with dents and minor losses, with possibly a few restuck chips as well. Three of the openwork corner ornaments of the black lacquered partition inside are missing. There are some flakes to the lacquered surface (especially to one of the feet), but some have been slightly retouched. One of the brass floral plaques on the top has been secured by a later-added domed screw. The lower hinge of the right door is loosely attached. The lock is missing. There is some typical tarnishing to the brass. There are also some minor losses to the back straw lattice.
"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."