- 250
A Chinese Export black and gilt lacquered and japanned cabinet on a George III stand late 18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- lacquer
- 159cm. high, 107cm. wide, 55.5cm. deep; 5ft. 2½in., 3ft 6in., 1ft. 10in.
decorated with chinoiserie scenes and with engraved gilt-metal hinges and hasp, enclosing an arrangement of ten drawers
Provenance
The cabinet possibly acquired by John Crewe, 2nd Baron Crewe (1772–1835) in China.
Literature
Crewe House, London, Inventory, 1913, Vol. I, p.288, in The Yellow drawing Room; An old Ditto somewhat similar, fitted 1 long and 9 short drawers, brass drop handles; enclosed by pair of folding doors, brass hinges, key plates and mounts, and 2 ditto drop handles at sides, locks and keys, and the stand for same, on shaped supports with X stretcher. 3ft. 3½" wide.;
‘West Horsley Place II’, Country Life, 1 April 1939, p. 331, illustrated in the Drawing Room.
‘West Horsley Place II’, Country Life, 1 April 1939, p. 331, illustrated in the Drawing Room.
Condition
In country house condition. The lacquer surface distressed particularly to the doors. Movement to joints. Old marks and scratches throughout.
"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."
"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."