Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Premier Auction - Session II - February 4, 2023

Sat, Feb 4, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 780

Impressive Chinese Dragon Carved Moon 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

late 19th century, in reddish brown lacquered surface, with dramatic pierced carved dragon crest with inset mother of pearl and bone eyes, relief carved moon cabinet fitted with drawers, dragon and swirling cloud stand with scrolled feet, 91 x 48-1/2 x 19 in.

Provenance: John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee

Condition

good overall, loss of one carved element below lower dragon's chin, another carving loss at top of right leg, some abrasions to cloud on stand, other typical shrinkage cracks, bumps, and minor carving distress and repairs

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