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A RECTANGULAR HUANGHUALI KANG TABLE 17TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- huanghuali
the mitred frame inset with two panels above a narrow recessed waist and apron of arched, curvilinear form with a beaded edge, continuing onto cabriole legs, resting on rounded ball feet, the underside with three traverse stretchers
Provenance
Collection of Dr J. Vixseboxse (1916-1986), Dutch sinologist and diplomat. Acquired in China in the 1940s-70s, and thence by descent.
Condition
The table has two unequal-sized central panels, probably both replacements, a 6x4cm., area of repair to the bottom of one leg, circa 6cm., vertical hairline age cracks to two other legs with minor associated loss, a 2.5cm., chip to the beading on the apron and scratches to the top central panels.
"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."