A HUANGHUALI HORSESHOEBACK ARMCHAIR, QUANYI QING DYNASTY

with a curving crestrail in five sections terminating in everted handgrips, above an S-shaped backsplat carved in low-relief with a ruyi-shaped panel, flanked by notched brackets, with a soft cane seat and moulded seat frame, on circular section legs joined by a shaped and beaded apron, flanked by long beaded-edge flange brackets secured by stepped box stretchers

The four legs may have been slightly reduced. The cane seat has been reinforced with pegs around the border and associated losses to the back side. The horseshoeback appears to be reinforced but to a lesser extent. There are some chips to the front left rail (largest 2x1cm). General wear to the foot and minor stains. Some minor age cracks and wood shrinkage.
"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."