the rectangular top formed from a single panel, above intricately carved openwork aprons and spandrels, baskets issuing fruiting, leafy boughs to one long side and a ruyi-head motif to the other, the shorts sides with lion-masks suspending beribboned pendants terminating in flaring tassels, all resting on four square-section legs ending in scroll feet

John Schiess, Vancouver, Washington, 1990s.
Oregon Private Collection.
Jadestone Gallery, Portland, Oregon.

The stand is in good overall condition. There is faint splitting to the top panel. There has been overall consolidation to the joinery, the surface with scattered nicks, scratching, staining and small chips consistent with age and use. Please note that this lot will require a CITES permit for export outside of the United States.
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.
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