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A SMALL EIGHT-PANEL COROMANDEL 'SPRING MORNING IN THE HAN PALACE' SCREEN QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Height 35 in., 88.9 cm; Width each panel 8 in., 20.3 cm
each narrow rectangular panel incised, carved and polychromed on a black lacquer ground with a continuous scene depicting the graceful Zhao sisters dancing before emperor Cheng of the Han dynasty, all set within a lively, lavish, palatial setting and within a border of lotus scroll, the demi-blooms born on a delicate, leafing stem, the reverse undecorated, all raised on metal-capped rectangular feet (8)
Provenance
Acquired in Europe circa 1900 and thence by descent.
Condition
The screen with extensive loss of pigments and lacquer. There are many areas of loose and flaking lacquer. There is wear and small chips along the edges and feet. Some of the metal mounts are missing.
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.