- 3503
A 'HUANGHUALI' SADDLE EARLY QING DYNASTY
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description
- huanghuali
modelled with the front and back curved like two rounded peaks, with two wide flat straps placed in between with its ends attached to the shafts of the carriage, the centre of the front arch carved with a Buddhist lion with the front paw grasping a brocade ball, the protruding flanges of the straps with two huangtong rings for the reins, the reverse of the arch with a small huangtong ring, each of the arched bridges pierced with an opening near the lower part of the centre
Exhibited
Grace Wu Bruce, Dreams of Chu Tan Chamber and the Romance with Huanghuali wood: The Dr S. Y. Yip Collection of Classic Chinese Furniture, Art Gallery, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 1991, pp. 154-155.
The Chinese Collection, Asian Civilisations Museum, Singapore, 1997-99.
Grace Wu Bruce presents Ming Furniture from the Collection of Dr S. Y. Yip, Institute of Contemporary Art, London, 1999.
The Chinese Collection, Asian Civilisations Museum, Singapore, 1997-99.
Grace Wu Bruce presents Ming Furniture from the Collection of Dr S. Y. Yip, Institute of Contemporary Art, London, 1999.
Literature
Wang Shixiang, Mingshi Jiaju Yanjiu [Ming Furniture Research], Beijing, 2008, p. 405.
Condition
The saddle has been preserved in good condition with just minor bruising, small losses to the edges, and minor areas of consolidation, especially to the underside (shallow sections of approx 4 cm and 3 cm). Other general surface wear and scratching.
"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."
Catalogue Note
These types of saddles made of hardwood, were part of the harness fittings of horse drawn carriages. In Beijing, they were called anqiao ('arched bridge'), because of their shape.