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A PAIR OF BLACK AND POLYCHROME-LACQUERED
122 ARMCHAIRS
64 | BONHAMS 19th century
Each with a ruyi-shaped crest rail terminating in upturned hooks above
shaped spandrels, above a tall splat with a gilt-decorated waterscape,
the reverse with sprigs of flowering lotus, the square seat with a central
medallion enclosing archaistic, interlocking designs and flower heads
surrounded by a profusion of leafy scrolls and floral sprays on the rails,
beaded apron and legs and stretchers. Each 94cm (37in) high (2).
£1,500 - 2,000
CNY13,000 - 17,000 HK$15,000 - 20,000
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A HUALI FOLDING HORSESHOE-BACK ARMCHAIR, JIAOYI
Qing Dynasty and later
The chair with a rounded crest rail terminating in outswept handrests
supported by the curved extensions of the front legs, the back splats
carved with confronted and curling chilong, the front stretcher beneath
the footrest embellished with a central lozenge-shaped metal plaque
and edges, comprising later sections. 110cm (53 2/8in) high (2).
£1,500 - 2,000
CNY13,000 - 17,000 HK$15,000 - 20,000
