Asian Art Auction

December 01, 2014

LOT 278

Lot 278

Large Cinnabar Lacquer Carved ‘Daoist’ Box and Cover, 19th Century

Large Cinnabar Lacquer Carved ‘Daoist’ Box and Cover, 19th Century
Lot 278 Details
Large Cinnabar Lacquer Carved ‘Daoist’ Box and Cover, 19th Century

Of circular form with a large domed fitted cover carved in high relief with a scene of two immortals, Zhang Guolao and Lu Dongbin, in a forest, the bulging sides decorated with several floral scenes reserved in quatrefoil sections alongside lotus sprays
diameter 11.4" — 29 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,280
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 278
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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