Important Chinese Rosewood Marble-Top Console
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Important, Large Chinese Ebonized Rosewood, Parcel-Gilt and Black Marble-Top Console
18th century, possibly an imperial gift, the base profusely carved with various traditional scenes throughout the aprons, including the front apron depicting the emperor in Ming garb returning from battle, the cabriole legs relief-carved with dragons, lotus flowers and other foliate designs.
h. 37", w. 76", d. 34"
Provenance: Estate of Norma Crawford Myers, Dallas, Texas.
18th century, possibly an imperial gift, the base profusely carved with various traditional scenes throughout the aprons, including the front apron depicting the emperor in Ming garb returning from battle, the cabriole legs relief-carved with dragons, lotus flowers and other foliate designs.
h. 37", w. 76", d. 34"
Provenance: Estate of Norma Crawford Myers, Dallas, Texas.
Condition
In very good condition. There are scattered shrinkage cracks throughout from age. No apparent or significant losses. The console dis-assembles like a puzzle. It is extremely heavy. The marble top is later replacement and has 14" x 14" slightly faded area in the middle where something has sat.
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Important Chinese Rosewood Marble-Top Console
Estimate $3,000 - $5,000
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