Lot 1019
  • 1019

A HARDSTONE INLAID BLACK LACQUER BOX AND COVER QING DYNASTY 19TH / 20TH CENTURY

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • lacquer, wood, pinctada
of circular section, the cover inlaid with mother of pearl, soapstone and turquoise glass forming a bird perched on a branch amid flowers and rockwork, the conforming box undecorated (2)

Provenance

Charlotte Horstmann & Gerald Godfrey, Ltd., Hong Kong, 1982.

Condition

The box and cover have expected age cracks (restored) to the sides, base, and top, with minor associated losses. The lacquer has scattered lifting and consolidation. There are losses to the inlay and colored lacquer, with some retouching and replacement.
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.