Brunk Auctions
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Asian Arts | January 12, 2023

Thu, Jan 12, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 138

Pair Chinese Ming Style Cypress Low Benches

Estimate: $500 - $700

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, mid 19th century, each with paneled top and shaped skirt, on molded legs, 17-1/2 x 66-1/4 x 14-1/4 in.

Provenance: Hobbs & Bishops Fine Art Ltd., Hong Kong, 1996 HK$ 12,000 (accompanied by letter of antiquity indicating wood is peimu and date is mid 19th century); Property of a lawyer who worked and resided in China

Condition

refinishing with traces of red lacquer, typical shrinkage and minor warping to tops, one small corner patch, possible restoration at some small corner patches, other stains, wear, and minor surface distress

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