A mixed hardwood three-drawer coffer Liansanchu,
early 20th century
Estimate $3,000 – $5,000
PROPERTY FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION, QUEENSLAND
the flush panelled top set into a mitred frame with separate everted ends, over scroll-shaped spandrels with beaded edge flanking three drawers above a double door with removable central stile bordered by two outer panels, set with baitong mounts, hinges and handles, all above a short plain apron
84 cm high, 157 cm wide, 48 cm deep
Compare with a huanghuali coffer dated to the Qing dynasty, sold Sotheby's, New York, 20 March 2013, lot 489
- Lot Sold $16,000 (Hammer Price)
- $19,520 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
A two panel book matched top. Some slight shrinkage in the joins of the top panel to the frame and to the front and side panels. A circular aperture cut into the lower part of the central back panel approx 6 cm diameter. Lock pin missing. Generally presents well.
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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 |
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 |
Fiona HaywardSenior Specialist Australian & International ArtMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Fiona Hayward |
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