1195
A Tieli Wood Recessed-Leg Altar Table, Pingtou\'an
Length 52 1/2 x height 32 x depth 19 1/2 in., 133.5 x 81.3 x 49.5 cm.
Estimate: $5,000-$7,000
Passed
Live Auction
Chinese and Himalayan Works of Art
Size
Length 52 1/2 x height 32 x depth 19 1/2 in., 133.5 x 81.3 x 49.5 cm.
Description
A Tieli Wood Recessed-Leg Altar Table, Pingtou'an
MING DYNASTY (1368-1644)
明 鐵力木夾頭榫帶屜平頭案
the rectangular top set within a conforming frame above two pull-out drawers set over an apron beaded with keyfrets and ruyi spandrels, all supported on four cylindrical legs joined by rails.
the rectangular top set within a conforming frame above two pull-out drawers set over an apron beaded with keyfrets and ruyi spandrels, all supported on four cylindrical legs joined by rails.
Length 52 1/2 x height 32 x depth 19 1/2 in., 133.5 x 81.3 x 49.5 cm.
Property from the Collection of Bruce H. and Eleanor A. Knowles, Williamsburg, Virginia
Condition
In overall good structurally sound and stable condition, with expected wear and surface scratches. Mild staining and watermarks to the tabletop.
Provenance
Acquired from C.L. Ma Antiques, Hong Kong, August 9, 1990