A 'HUANGHUALI' TALL BASIN STAND (MIANPENJIA) LATE QING DYNASTY

two tall upright members with confronting chilong finials continuing to openwork brackets, joined by horizontal stretchers forming a towel rack above a shaped box and cover, connected to the basin stand by four further legs, joined at the top and base by stretchers forming an openwork hexagon

There is shrinkage and loose joinery. There are filled and patch repairs and consolidation to the joints. The surface with wear consistent with age and use.  Please note that this lot will require a CITES permit for export outside of the United States.
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.