Asian Art Auction

June 10, 2013

LOT 158

Lot 158

Ivory Carved Seated King and Queen

Ivory Carved Seated King and Queen
Lot 158 Details
Ivory Carved Seated King and Queen

Carved in-the-round and seated in elaborately embellished thrones wearing similarly decorated robes, the queen holding a seal in one hand, the king his court necklace. Wood stands
height 5.9" — 15 cm.

Estimate $700-$900

Realised: $861
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Ivory Carved Seated King and Queen
  • Ivory Carved Seated King and Queen
Provenance:

From the Private Collection of Maryon and Lester B. Pearson, former Primer Minister of Canada.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 158
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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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