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A LARGE HUANGHUALI STORAGE CHEST (YIXIANG) QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
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of rectangular form with subtly rounded edges, fitted with hinged cover, the exterior mounted to the sides with baitong bail handles and a circular-form lockplate to the front with ruyi-shaped hasp both incised with lotus-scroll decoration, the interior camphor wood
Condition
There are patch repairs to all four corners of the top panel as well as some horizontal splits. The veneered sides with some minor splits, the camphor interior with some filled repairs to splits.
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.