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A PAIR OF MARBLE-INSET HUANGHUALI BARREL-FORM STOOLS (ZUODUN) QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
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of circular section, the top inset with a conforming Dali marble slab and supported on five convex legs, each pierced with a single oval aperture at the widest part and joined by a continuous band of interlocking double-cushioned begonia-shaped latticework linked by double ellipses, supported on a ring base supported on five bracket feet (2)
Condition
One stool is reinforced to the underside with a single wooden transverse stretcher attached with metal screws. The same stool with a filled tenon to one of the uprights, as well as a triangular patch repair to the base. The other stool with a rectangular patch to the base. The feet are possible replacements. There are filled repairs and consolidation of joinery and some of the openwork is slightly loose.
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.