A late 18th century scarlet lacquer screen

A superb and rare late 18th century Chinese four fold screen, the scarlet lacquer ground profusely decorated in goldleaf with scenes of palaces, exotic gardens, lakes and mountains, after landscapes inspired by the ancient Song Dynasty capitol Hangzhou, all in excellent condition.

Chinese circa 1790

Provenance: The estate of Marie Vergottis, Sold Sothebys Important French Furniture and Decorations. Marie Vergottis had an extraordinary life. She collected outstanding Chinese works of Art which are now housed in the Musee Fondation de l'Hermitage, Lausanne, Switzerland