- 3645
A ‘HUANGHUALI’ ROUND-CORNERED TAPERED CABINET, YUANJIAOGUI 17TH – 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
800,000 - 1,000,000 HKD
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Description
- huanghuali
the wide cabinet top with a round edge beginning and ending in a narrow flat band and supported on four slightly splayed stiles forming the tapered silhouette, each with a rounded outer edge, the front with a pair of hinged doors, each fitted with a rectangular curved metal plate with a lock receptacle and loop door pull, all above a shaped stretcher and a plain straight apron, the side aprons similarly left plain, the interior divided into three sections
Condition
The aprons have been replaced, but otherwise all the original parts, including the doors, top and lacquered back, have been preserved. There are also typical dents and age cracks, some retouched with lacquer.
"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."