Lot 1105
  • 1105

A 'HONGMU' DISPLAY CABINET LATE QING DYNASTY

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • Rosewood Dalbergia
of rectangular form comprised of two sections, the upper section with square section members framing a two-door cabinet with glass panels, the interior with a single shelf, the base with a pair of short drawers carved with bats, over two doors each with the 'Hundred Antiques' motif in low relief, the sides with field panels, the square section legs joined by a shaped apron with further flying bats, baitong mounts (2)

Provenance

Collection of Mina Merrill Prindle (1864-1963), Duluth, Minnesota and Pasadena, California, acquired Gerlach's, Pasadena, California, 1921.

Condition

The upper cabinet has general shrinkage to the panels, causing slight misalignment overall; each shelf has a two-panel construction. The base cabinet has noticeable shrinkage to one side panel and a split to the top of that panel; the shrinkage has caused a slight misalignment overall; each shelf has a two-panel construction; the drawer mounts have been reinforced with screws and the drawer base-panels have shrinkage, splits, and unevenness; one top and one bottom hinge are missing their metal pins; the feet have expected chips and splitting. The exterior surfaces are in generally good condition and the hand-blown glass panels are original. 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.