A HUANGHUALI AND HARDWOOD CORNER LEG SIDE TABLE, TIAOZHUO
Estimate $15,000 – $20,000
with a rectangular floating panelled top set within a standard mortise and tenon moulded frame above a short recessed waist, the plain apron extending to the corner legs of square section terminating in hoof feet and joined below the apron by humpback-shaped stretchers
84 cm high, 121.5 cm wide, 56 cm deep
- Lot Sold $58,000 (Hammer Price)
- $70,760 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Provenance
Art Treasures Gallery, Hong Kong, 18 June 1992
Private Collection, Tasmania
Condition Report
Some surface wear and scratches consistent with age. An inset sliver on both short sides of the top along the inside edge of the frame approx 9 cm and 8 cm, and another on one long side of the top on the inside edge of the frame approx 36 cm. Two dark stains approx 3 cm on one long side of the top frame. A small circular water mark approx 2 cm on the top of one long stretcher. Some fading to the feet, probably due to exposure to moisture consistent with normal use over time.
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Specialists
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Guy CairnduffHead Arts & DesignMelbourne | Sydney T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Guy Cairnduff |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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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