Lot 132
Srinagar, early 20th century, the circular top with lobate border, richly carved in relief with four dragons and Chinese symbols around a plain octafoil panel, on a folding cruciform stand composed of dragons and Chinese symbols.
Estimate $600 - $800
In good condition, dust in crevices and lower sections of relief, one section replaced possibly original to making, section missing from one of the legs, smaller piece of moulding missing from another leg.
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Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
It was not uncommon for Indian craftsmen to use Chinese decoration to appeal to the local market for Tibetan antiques. For a similar example in the Victora & Albert Museum, London, see "Furniture from British India and Ceylon" by Amin Jaffer, page 301.
The Brans Collection
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8444
4:00pm - 21 November 2021
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Viewing in Sydney:
Friday 19 - Saturday 20 November, 10am - 4pm
Sunday 21 November, 10am - 3pm
CONTACT
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