A 'dreamstone' marble inset hongmu sofa, 19th/20th century
Estimate $2,000 – $3,000
the shaped openwork crestrail simulating scrolling bamboo canes entwined with fruiting vine with song birds perched in the branches, the central vase-shaped splat flanked by two further marble inset supports, the solid seat with simulated bamboo edges extending to the rolled armrests pierced with endless knot motifs, above the apron extending to shaped legs joined by cross stretchers and scroll feet
112 cm high, 181 cm wide, 58 cm deep
- Lot Sold $7,000 (Hammer Price)
- $8,540 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
Colour consistent throughout. Dreamstone panels in good order and free from damage. There are gaps in the joints of the body in several places throughout. Slight movement in the back frame, but it is secure. Structurally sound overall.
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Guy CairnduffHead Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 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 RobertsSpecialist Consultant, Asian Art Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Ann Roberts |
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Anthony HurlSpecialist Consultant Arts & DesignAdelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hur |
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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 |
