Lot 914
  • 914

A 'HUANGHUALI' AND MIXED-WOOD SQUARE-CORNER CABINET LATE QING DYNASTY

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Wood
of rectangular outline, with a pair of fielded parallel doors above a wide horizontal panel, the sides with plain fielded panels, the four uprights forming the frame and legs joined by shaped spandreled aprons, the interior with a pair of shelves and two drawers above a concealed well with removable covers, with metal hinges, lockplates and pulls 

Provenance

Charles Jacobsen Inc., Chicago, mid-1980s.

Condition

The cabinet is in good overall condition. There have been patch and filled repairs to splits and chips. The interior drawers have been replaced and reinforced. There has been general consolidation, wear and minor repairs 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.