A hardwood Ming-style folding armchair Jiaoyi, 20th century
Estimate $1,800 – $2,500
the rounded crestrail ending in outswept handrests supported by the curved extensions of the front legs and slightly curved back splat carved with a lappet-shaped dragon cartouche above a pierced panel of a qilin among clouds, the seat frame with a shaped beaded edge apron carved with chilong and foliate scrolls, the whiplash curve of the front legs securing metal struts to the crest rail and metal strapwork on the structural joins and footrest
106 cm high, 74 cm wide, 74.5 cm deep
Compare with a huanghuali chair dated to the Ming dynasty illustrated Wang Shixiang Classic Chinese Furniture pps 106, 107 pl 58 from the author's collection
- Lot Sold $2,200 (Hammer Price)
- $2,684 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
Replaced rope to seat. Generally good condition.
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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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