Asian Art - Marlborough
Description:
Export Hardwood Bench, China, the shaped back intricately carved with a central cartouche depicting flowers and birds, surrounded by Immortals and mythical beasts amidst clouds and waves against a pierced grid ground, the long seat set above an apron carved with foo lions, the arms each in the form of a foo lion with cubs and an embroidered ball, supported by four legs carved with monster-masks, 77 x 51 x 24 in.
Estimate $250-350
with cracks, chips, surface abrasions, and loose joints
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