- 3235
A RARE ZITAN FOLDING 'KANG' TABLE, KANG'AN QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
250,000 - 350,000 HKD
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Description
- ZITAN
the rectangular panelled top with tapered sides resting on a simple beaded apron carved with archaistic scrolls, all supported on two rectangular legs neatly folding on hinges to fit inside the top and secured with metal hooks, each carved and pierced with further archaistic scrollwork, the richly patinated wood of dark reddish-brown colour with typical grain and characteristic gold flecks
Provenance
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 27th October 1993, lot 381.
Condition
There are a few light scratches to the top surface and a 3 cm. age crack from the edge filled in with wax. One of the metal hooks holding one folding leg is missing.
"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."
"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."