Bidspirit auction | Antique Chinese Mother-Of-Pearl & Marble

Antique Chinese Mother-Of-Pearl & Marble Chair - Antique chines Mother-of-Pearl (MOP) and Dali Marble inlaid armchair, commonly referred to as a Taishi chair dating from the late Qing Dynasty to the early Republic period. It is crafted from a heavy, dense dark hardwood. The circular back panel and matching seat are inset with highly prized Dali marble panels (often called ”dream stones”) which is often chosen because it mimics a misty mountain landscape. the frame features a prolific delicate mother-of-pearl inlay depicting traditional flowering prunus branches and floral patterns. The circular frame holding the dream stone is inlaid with stylized shou (longevity) characters. Below the seat is an intricately pierced and carved scrolling apron resting on square legs with stylized scroll feel joined by structural stretchers. Measures approx. 21” x 39 1/2” x 26” x 20 1/2” Condition: Absence of a condition statement does not imply the lot is in perfect condition, free from flaws, restoration, or the effects of aging/use. Request Condition Reports via email or telephone in advance of the auction. Any condition report verbally or written is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The buyer is expected to be the expert. Country of origin, material is not guaranteed. Credit or Debit Card payments by New Buyers of high value items, gold, or silver will not be accepted; instead, form of payment must be cash, cashier's check, money order, or electronic funds transfer. // Registration, bidding, and participation in this auction constitute the bidder?s electronic acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, forming a legally binding contract enforceable under applicable law.