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A PAIR OF LARGE HARDWOOD DISPLAY CABINETS QING DYNASTY |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- 189.8 by 95.9 by 36 cm, 74 3/4 by 37 3/4 by 14 1/4 in.
the upper portions of each cabinet with tiered shelves of varying height, shape and size, framed at the corners by bats, with two small drawers and all above a pair of hinged doors, the drawers and doors carved in low-relief with archaistic chilong and bats intertwined with pendent C-scrolls, with brass hinges and lock plates
Condition
Both cabinets in good condition, with general age cracks, minor surface wear and chips to the feet. One cabinet has a split to the left side, the other cabinet has a minor crack to the top of the left door and a small area of wear to the surface of the apron on the left side.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."