A huanghuali spindle back bench, 20th century
Estimate $2,000 – $3,000
the slightly arched back rail and arms with pierced roundels above the vertical spindles, a medallion of two chilong carved in relief in the centre of the back, all above the rectangular recessed panelled seat within a mitred frame, the plain apron with beaded edge extending to incurved legs of square section standing on the stretcher base
93 cm high, 100 cm wide, 50 cm deep
- Lot Sold $26,000 (Hammer Price)
- $31,720 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
Overall light to medium surface wear and marks consistent with use over time. Colour and finish strong and consistent throughout. Slight separation to some joins, particularly to the back edge of the recessed seat panel, the top front, top back and top left and right side edges of the apron and wear the arms join the back. Structurally sound.
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Guy CairnduffHead Arts & DesignMelbourne | Sydney T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Guy Cairnduff |
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Geoffrey SmithChairman Australian & International ArtMelbourne | Sydney T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Geoffrey Smith |
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Ann RobertsConsultant Specialist, Asian Art Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Ann Roberts |
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Anthony HurlConsultant Specialist Arts & DesignAdelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hurl |
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Brett BallardSenior Specialist Australian & International ArtSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Brett Ballard |
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Fiona HaywardSenior Specialist Australian & International ArtMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Fiona Hayward |
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Marlene CartlidgeAdministrator Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Marlene Cartlidge |
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Gary SingerChief Executive Officer Australian & International ArtMelbourne | Sydney T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Gary Singer |
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AU0832 |
20 Mar 2019 |
Sydney
6 PM