Lot 58
  • 58

A MOTHER-OF-PEARL-INLAID LACQUER TRAY QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • 40 cm, 15 3/4  in. 
of rectangular form, decorated to the interior with a vertical panel enclosing officials and attendants amongst an elaborate pavilion in a garden, all framed by stylised floral cartouches against a diaper ground, the reverse lacquered brown

Provenance

Sotheby's Hong Kong, 7th May 2002, lot 624.

Condition

The tray is in very good condition with the exception of some minor nibbles to the edges and corners, some light age cracks and tiny areas of loss and flaking to the mother-of-pearl inlay.
"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."