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A HUANGHUALI PORTABLE RECTANGULAR DOCUMENT BOX AND COVER (XIANG) QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Wood
- Height 5 in; Width 13 in; Depth 7 in
the single board top tongue and grooved into the inside edge of the cover, the side panels mitered and dovetailed and with beaded edge, repeated on the upper edge of the box, baitong mounts of ruyi form reinforcing the corners, straps mounted on the side edges, further metal straps forming the rectangular hinges attaching the cover to the box, the front with a circular strike plate and ruyi-form hasp, the short sides set with bail handles
Condition
The box and cover is overall good condition with expected wear and possible consolidation.
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.