Asian Art Auction

June 13, 2016

LOT 281A

Lot 281A

Huanghuali Partner’s Desk, 19th Century

Huanghuali Partner’s Desk, 19th Century
Lot 281A Details
Huanghuali Partner’s Desk, 19th Century

19世紀 黃花梨書桌

The three-section desk with three drawers on each side above a hidden paneled compartment, the central section with two drawers above a plain apron, the back replicating the design of the front. Together with a huanghuali square geometric patterned footrest

33.5" x 54.3" x 27.2" — 85 x 138 x 69 cm.

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $7,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

The Estate of Mabel Tom. Acquired in Beijing during the 1920's and mid 1930's from Prince Pu Lung, reputedly the uncle of Henry Puyi. Born in Ontario, Canada, Mabel Tom lived and worked in Beijing as a nurse, while residing on the estate of Prince Pu Lung. This table was given to her along with a number of other decorative items and furniture by Prince Pu Lung in recognition of her medical services and care for the local people. Photographs of her furnishings and a detailed account of her time in Beijing were published in Canadian Homes and Gardens, August-September, 1936.Waddington’s sold the majority of her Chinese huanghuali furniture in June 18, 2010.

Literature:

Canadian Home and Gardens, August/September, 1936, pg. 22

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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