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A LONG RED LACQUER RECESSED-LEG TRESTLE TABLE (QIAOTOUAN) 17TH CENTURY
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
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the long rectangular top with upturned everted flanges surmounting a plain narrow apron and spandrels, the legs of circular section supported on trestles with pierced panels carved with ruyi, the surface with generous remains of red and black lacquer
Provenance
Collection of Charlie Soong (1863-1918) by repute.
Collection of Conrad Moses (1882-1958), acquired in Shanghai between 1926 and 1930 and thence by descent.
Collection of Conrad Moses (1882-1958), acquired in Shanghai between 1926 and 1930 and thence by descent.
Condition
There is obvious loss and wear to the lacquer surface. The top panel has a split running the full horizontal length of the table which has been consolidated and is now a bit discolored. There are repaired splits to the openwork panels and age appropriate wear to the trestles.
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.