Asian Art Auction

December 05, 2011

LOT 256

Lot 256

Rare Carved Ivory Buddhist Lion Seal, 19th Century

Rare Carved Ivory Buddhist Lion Seal, 19th Century
Lot 256 Details
Rare Carved Ivory Buddhist Lion Seal, 19th Century

The finial depicting an adult and cub playing with brocade balls
2.6" x 1.4" x 1.4" — 6.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $10,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Rare Carved Ivory Buddhist Lion Seal, 19th Century
  • Rare Carved Ivory Buddhist Lion Seal, 19th Century
Provenance:

Purchased in London during the 1960’s by the 3rd Viscount Bearsted, whose family (Samuel) founded Shell Transport and Trading Company and bequeathed upon his death in 1986. Thence by descent to the current Calgary owners.
Founded in 1897, Shell Transport and Trading Company merged with the Royal Dutch Petroleum Company in 1907 to form the Royal Dutch Shell Group, now the fifth-largest operating business in the world.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 256
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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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