A RARE JICHIMU, HARDWOOD AND MARINE IVORY CABINET QING DYNASTY, 17TH/18TH CENTURY

of rectangular form, the front with two rows of cupboard doors carved in relief depicting chilong, emblems, and antiques, embellished with alternating carved ivory panels of vertical rods and panels depicting shou characters and further emblems, divided by one row of three shallow drawers decorated with chilong, all above a large central rectangular recess with one landscape panel to each side, the handles of doors mounted with later ivory tassels, and with plain and engraved silver mounts, the sides and back panelled

Property from a Scottish estate (by repute).

The cabinet is in good condition with the exception of a split to the front upper surface, and some slight shrinkage to the central panel of the upper surface. There are some repairs and shrinkage to the top two large panels of both sides, and some splits to the smaller panel between the two larger panels. The lower section of the bottom panel to the left side has a small area of loss and split. There is slight wear to the surface of the interior recess.
"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."