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Asian Arts | January 12, 2023

Thu, Jan 12, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 154

Chinese Red Lacquered Open Book Cabinet

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

Qing dynasty, probably mid 19th century, attributed to Beijing, 68 x 30-1/2 x 14-3/4 in.

Provenance: Hobbs & Bishops Fine Art Ltd., Hong Kong (accompanied by letter of antiquity from gallery indicating age is mid 19th century and the wood is peimu); Property of a lawyer who worked and resided in China

Condition

surface wear and losses to red lacquer, one rear leg spliced, probable patch at one lock attachment, some retouch to red lacquer and other possible repairs, triangular patches at stiles (possibly once fitted with additional shelf now removed), repaired crack with butterfly patches at one door panel

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