- 955
A Chinese export gilt and painted lacquer six-fold screen Qing Dynasty, 19th century
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt and painted lacquer
- each panel 211cm. high, 54.5cm. wide; 6ft. 11in., 1ft. 9¾in.
decorated overall in gilt and iron-red against a black lacquer ground, the front face depicting figures in a landscape with elaborate pavilions and trees, all encircled by a bamboo border, framed with ferocious dragons writhing amongst cloud scrolls, the reverse gilt-painted with birds amongst floral branches
Provenance
Jeremy Ltd, London
Condition
A highly decorative piece. Shrinkage cracks to each panel, some of which have been filled/restored. Losses to gilt and painted lacquer surface consistent with age. Evidence of restoration and retouching.
"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."