Asian Art Auction

December 05, 2011

LOT 376

Lot 376

White Jade Carved Archaistic Vessel, Fang Gu, Qing Dynasty

White Jade Carved Archaistic Vessel, Fang Gu, Qing Dynasty
Lot 376 Details
White Jade Carved Archaistic Vessel, Fang Gu, Qing Dynasty

Of square section supported by a stepped foot, vertically oriented bamboo stalks against incised taotie masks decorate the four sides, the stone of an even white tone with minor brown inclusions along the rim
height 6" — 15.2 cm.

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $9,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Lots 373 to 377: A Toronto Private Collection of Chinese Jades
Purchased from Weisbrod & Dy Ltd., Toronto, May 20, 1975

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 376
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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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