明末至清初 黃花梨圓座

of circular section, the top of the stand made of six joined curved members joined together, resting on a recessed waist, bulging to a beaded-edged apron and six curved legs ending in hoof feet, all joined to the circular floor stretchers below with six short feet beneath, the stand beautifully crafted with well-figured timber of tight grains

There is typical surface wear, age cracks and minor bruises to the fragile extremities.
"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."

座面用六段弧形木材攢成圓框。束腰與起線牙條一木連做，腿足沿邊起線，中打­窪兒。足端卷轉收為馬蹄足，出榫與托泥連結相接合。托泥下帶六小足。此几做工與選料均十分考究。

黃花梨木製圓座十分罕見，此件造型美觀，小腿足內彎翻出醒目有力的小馬蹄。圓框內孔為有所客而設。其究竟為何物之座尚待考。