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A Chinese Export gilt-brass mounted black lacquer cabinet 18th century
Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Lacquer
- 69cm. high, 91.5cm. wide, 50.5cm. deep; 2ft. 3in., 3ft. ¼in., 1ft. 8in.
the interior with an arrangement of nine drawers, on a later stand
Provenance
Sotheby's, Baden-Baden, Die Sammlung der Markgrafen und Grossherzöge von Baden, 5 - 21 October 1995, lot 6652
Literature
Schloss Baden Inventory number 143, plate LX
Condition
A decorative piece in reasonable restored condition. Surface re-finished/lacquered and with typical craquelure, age cracks and minor losses. Cabinet doors slightly warped and are won't stay properly closed without being locked and the piece is lacking its keys. Gilt brass mounts are tarnished and would benefit from a clean according to taste and there are some pins missing notably from the lock plate. Drawer configuration possibly altered to incorporate a shelf. Underside with inventory label for Schloss Baden and the piece also retains Sotheby's 1995 lot tags. Patch repair to underside of rear left corner as viewed in catalogue image. Later stand in good condition. Generally with minor old marks and scratches consistent with age and use.
"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."