Two Chinese Seatback Covers and a Mat

Description:

Two Chinese Seatback Covers and a Mat, Ningxia, mid-19th century, both gold seatback covers, one with a single "lion dog" and one with a confronting pair of "lion dogs" flanked by various treasures of Buddhism in shades of blue and ivory above a mountain and sea landscape, all within a blossoming vine border, 2 ft. 4 in. x 2 ft. 5 in. and 2 ft. 2 in. x 2 ft. 5 in., the mat with a floral center medallion on a royal blue ground flanked by blossoms and vines at each corner, all within a cloud and mountain and sea-patterned border, 2 ft. 3 in. x 2 ft. 4 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,200

both seatback covers with minor scattered areas of corrosion at the bottom, one with a minor gouge at the right side, the mat with very minor scattered repiling at the center


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.