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A HUANGHUALI FOUR-TIER PICNIC BOX (TIHE) QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- Wood
- Height 13 1/4 in; Width 13 in; Depth 7 1/4 in
of rectangular form, comprising a cover and four trays, each conforming to the tray above, set on a base frame of square-section posts and side posts, flanked by shaped openwork standing spandrels, joined at the top by a humpback handle, further reinforced with a rectangular-section stretcher, the cover held in place by a brass rod extending through the two side supports, the base frame and tray and top panel corners reinforced with baitong mounts (6)
Condition
There are some filled repairs and consolidation to the joinery. The exterior is a bit dry and paler than the interior from sun exposure.
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.