A PAIR OF CARVED HARDWOOD MOTHER OF PEARL AND MARBLE INLAID ARMCHAIRS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
(2)Estimate $4,000 – $6,000
each with a crest rail of ruyi outline inlaid with bats and trailing gourd vine, the back and arms pierced and inlaid with flowering prunus, the back inset with a circular 'rouge' marble plaque within a band of inlaid shou characters, the seat inset with a similar rectangular marble panel and supported on corner legs joined by a pierced and inlaid apron at the front and humpback stretchers
(2)
each 94 cm high, 66 cm wide, 53 cm deep
- Lot Sold $4,000 (Hammer Price)
- $4,880 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
Slight shrinkage gaps to some joins, some with later infill. One marble seat plaque slightly loose to one side. The other with a diagonal crack across each rear corner, and some diagonal cracks across the circular marble plaque on the back.
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 Australia is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Saleroom Notices regarding this sale. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS.
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Guy CairnduffHead Arts & DesignMelbourne | Sydney T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Guy Cairnduff |
Geoffrey SmithChairman Australian & International ArtMelbourne | Sydney T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Geoffrey Smith |
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Ann RobertsConsultant Specialist, Asian Art Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Ann Roberts |
Anthony HurlConsultant Specialist Arts & DesignAdelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hurl |
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Brett BallardSenior Specialist Australian & International ArtSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Brett Ballard |
Fiona HaywardSenior Specialist Australian & International ArtMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Fiona Hayward |
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Marlene CartlidgeAdministrator Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Marlene Cartlidge |
Gary SingerChief Executive Officer Australian & International ArtMelbourne | Sydney T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Gary Singer |
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