Lot 822
- 822
AN EMBROIDERED PALE YELLOW-GROUND SILK KANG CUSHION COVER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- 43 by 66 1/2 in., 109.2 by 169 cm
the pale yellow satin ground with a blue rectangular panel centering a medallion radiating stylized blooms with four bats, the entire surface with a dense network of lush flowerheads on fringed leafy scrolls, interspersed with bats and auspicious emblems, all meticulously embroidered in Peking knot in shades of coral, blue, purple, pink, and pale green, framed
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, 18th June 1980, lot 289.
Jacqueline Simcox Ltd., 2011.
Jacqueline Simcox Ltd., 2011.
Condition
The cover is in overall good condition with only a couple of small stains. Please note that the fabric was not removed from the frame for inspection.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Compare a pale yellow-ground cover, worked entirely in Peking knot with a very similar floral scroll but centered with nine dragons, sold in these rooms, 21st September 2006, lot 13.