588
Chinese parlour suite
Estimate €2.800–5.800
587
Chinese desk set
Estimate €1.300–2.600
Description
Comprising: a desk and chair.
In exotic wood with carved decoration depicting bamboo.
Desk with four drawers, superstructure with small drawer and two doors.
China, Qing dynasty, 19th century
(signs of use, minor losses and defects, restorations)
(desk) 122x122x60 cm; (chair) 44.5x45x46 cm
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