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A Regency lacquer-mounted japanned bamboo standing bookcase
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- bamboo, pine
- height 27 1/2 in.; width 24 in.; depth 11 in.
- 69.9 cm; 61 cm; 27.9 cm
The rectangular top with canted front corners and inset with an Oriental lacquer tablet and with an open pierced bamboo gallery, above two red-japanned shelves with pierced bamboo apron below, the side with panels of lacquer, the molded corners continuing to splayed feet with square toes.
Condition
Good restored condition; the lacquer stable and with some restorations; minor nicks and wear to edges; lacquer panel to top with cracquelure and with some losses to edges and some restorations; sturdy.
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.