Catalogue Auction Information

Antiques & Collectors’ Items(#185) 06/01/2021 10:00 AM GMT CLOSED

Lot 1 of 491: A mid-20th century Chinese mother of pearl inlaid opium bed, the three-panelled back with carved vignettes of animals within ornate borders, the arm rests with fan-shaped motifs carved with cherry blossom and bamboo above a base with carved frieze on scroll feet, 64 x 198 x 128cm.

Description:

A mid-20th century Chinese mother of pearl inlaid opium bed, the three-panelled back with carved vignettes of animals within ornate borders, the arm rests with fan-shaped motifs carved with cherry blossom and bamboo above a base with carved frieze on scroll feet, 64 x 198 x 128cm.

Condition Report:
Mother of pearl loss throughout, some joints opening, especially on the front right hand arm. Some splits in the base and there is an approx 0.5cm gap where the front section has shrunk a bit. The vignettes in the back have dropped in their frames slightly and there are some splits in the vignettes. Overall scratches, knocks, wear and tear as to be expected. It may have been polished on the back panels because there are some runs of liquid present. There are some very minor paint splatters to parts, some stains and water marks to the bed base. A couple of the legs have splits. Overall of solid construction and looks impressive. Please refer to additional photographs. Height of bed base 53cm.


Categories: Furniture

Location
Lot closed - Winning bid:£4,100
Estimate: £200 - £400

Antiques & Collectors’ Items(#185)  06/01/2021 10:00 AM GMT  CLOSED