A Pair of Rosewood Horseshoe-Back Armchairs, Quanyi
Sale 831 - Chinese & Southeast Asian Works of Art
Mar 25, 2021
10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$1,500 -
$2,500
Sold for $2,813
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A Pair of Rosewood Horseshoe-Back Armchairs, Quanyi
QING DYNASTY (1644-1912)
清 酸枝圈椅一對
the curved toprail terminating in a curved hook beyond the 'goose-neck' side and front corner posts, the S-shaped backsplat plain, the back corner posts continuing through the frame of the soft mat seat to form the back legs, the front legs enclosing the cusped apron in carved relief with curling tendrils.
the curved toprail terminating in a curved hook beyond the 'goose-neck' side and front corner posts, the S-shaped backsplat plain, the back corner posts continuing through the frame of the soft mat seat to form the back legs, the front legs enclosing the cusped apron in carved relief with curling tendrils.
Height 39 x width 23 1/2 x depth 17 1/2 in., 99 x 59.5 x 44.5 cm.
Property from the Collection of George R. Bruha, Chicago, Illinois
Acquired from Altfield Gallery, Hong Kong, February 12, 1984
Condition Report
Each in overall good structurally sound and stable condition. Showing some staining to the underside, particularly at the vertical seat support, but integrity of the seat appears intact. One example showing some separation from legs and spandrels. Additional images available upon request.
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