A pair of hardwood incense stands, Xiangji, late 19th/20th century
(2)Estimate $3,000 – $4,000
the dark wood resembling zitan, each with a flush square floating panel top within the mitred frame and double moulded edge, above a recessed waist pierced with panels of angular scrollwork, the square section corner supports extending down to further recessed scrollwork panels above the short legs with splayed feet
(2)
each 84 cm high, 34 cm wide, 34 cm deep
- Lot Sold $2,400 (Hammer Price)
- $2,928 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
One with a slight dent to the edge of the top. Both with minor age shrinkage to joins, general dry slightly faded finish. Minor nicks commensurate with age.Otherwise generally good condition.
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Specialists
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Alison AlfordConsultant Arts & DesignSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Alison Alford |
Brett BallardSpecialist Australian & International ArtSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Brett Ballard |
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Fiona HaywardSenior Specialist Australian & International Art |
Anthony HurlConsultant Arts & DesignAdelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hurl |
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Ann RobertsConsultant, Asian Art Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Ann Roberts |
Geoffrey SmithChairman Australian & International Art |