Lot 650
A TIELI WOOD LONG CORNER LEG TABLE Ming Dynasty (AD 1368–1644)
L: 189 cm
W: 44.5 cm
H: 82.5 cm
Mesua ferrea ironwood enjoys a long history in Chinese furniture. It is still found in well preserved heavy pieces and is an important material for those researching the origins of classical furniture. The texture of the ironwood used in this table suggests ripples in water. The legs drop straight down terminating in an internally turned foot characteristic of works from the 16th to the 17th century. The body is slender and the top material solid, presenting a beautifully crafted quaint and concise design. This table is representative of Ming ironwood furniture.
Estimate
TWD 360,000-550,000
HKD 93,000-141,000
USD 11,900-18,200
Sold Price
Private collection, Taiwan
Literati II : Encounter With A Collector
Ravenel Spring Auction 2017
Saturday, June 3, 2017, 4:00pm