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A HUANGHUALI RECESSED-LEG TABLE (PINGTOUAN) QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
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a single floating panel top set within a mitered, mortise and tenon frame with molded edge tapering inward, supported underneath by four transverse stretchers, the cusped and beaded apron carved with intertwining and scrolling vines and bold archaistic dragon-head spandrels flanking the square-section, beaded edge, slightly splayed legs, joined by double square-section stretchers
Provenance
Vallin Galleries, Wilton, Connecticut, 1980s.
Condition
All four legs have spliced-on U-form section to the fronts, forming the splayed feet. There is splitting to the top panel, general filled and patched repairs and consolidation overall.
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.