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LOT 211

Lot 211

A Pair of Chinese Rosewood 'Moongazing' Chairs, Late Qing Dynasty

A Pair of Chinese Rosewood 'Moongazing' Chairs, Late Qing Dynasty
Lot 211 Details
A Pair of Chinese Rosewood 'Moongazing' Chairs, Late Qing Dynasty

晚清 花梨木'望月椅'一对

30.7 x 20.5 x 34.3 in — 78 x 52 x 87 cm

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Pair of Chinese Rosewood 'Moongazing' Chairs, Late Qing Dynasty
  • A Pair of Chinese Rosewood 'Moongazing' Chairs, Late Qing Dynasty
  • A Pair of Chinese Rosewood 'Moongazing' Chairs, Late Qing Dynasty
Provenance:

Acquired as a gift in the 1950s, thence by descent within the family
来源:
购买自1950年代并在家族中至今
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Note:

Compare with examples from Christie's New York, August 26, 2015, lot 503; and Roseberys London, May 17, 2023, lot 1013
https://christies.com/lot/lot-5921117
https://roseberys.co.uk/a0606-lot-543926-a-chinese-rosewood-reclining-moongazing-chair-late-qing-dynasty-with-shaped-crestrail

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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