A 'HONGMU' AND MIXED-WOOD DISPLAY CASE LATE QING DYNASTY

of rectangular form, with a removable sliding glass panel front framed by a carved foliate border with bats and centered shou characters, each side with a floral openwork beaded edge panel over an open glass panel, the back frame enclosing a sheet of glass, the interior with two shelves, all raised on a separate stand with rectangular panel uprights, flanked by shaped spandrels, all raised on recessed legs joined by shaped cloud-carved aprons with a central drawer at the front, (4)

Collection of Edmund F. Dwyer, Los Angeles.
Collection of John W. Sinclair, California.

The case has some missing sections and repaired elements to the openwork panels. There is some vertical splitting to some of the side panels. There has been some consolidation to the joinery and wear to the surface 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.
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