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A 'HONGMU' 'DRAGON' CHEST LATE QING DYNASTY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Rosewood dalbergia
of rectangular form, finely carved on all sides with auspicious emblems, dragons in pursuit of 'Flaming Pearls', shou characters, flying bats, ruyi scepters and coins, with baitong hinges, strap mounts to each side, bail handles set to either short side and a quatrefoil escutcheon with cloud-form hasp, low metal stand (2)
Provenance
Collection of Mina Merrill Prindle (1864-1963), Duluth, Minnesota and Pasadena, California, acquired Victor Marsh & Co. Pasadena, California, 1917.
Condition
The chest is in good overall condition. There is slight shrinkage of the panels. The surface with scattered, nicks, small chips, scratches and minor splitting 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.
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.