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Asian Art Auction

June 10, 2013

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LOT 206

Lot 206

Mottled Brown Jade ‘Mythical Beast Bi, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century

Mottled Brown Jade ‘Mythical Beast Bi, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
Lot 206 Details
Mottled Brown Jade ‘Mythical Beast Bi, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century

Of oval shape with a central opening, a pair of sinuous chilong to the front and raised beads along the back. Wood stand carved as a growth of lingzhi fungus
jade carving length 3.1" — 8 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$2,500

Realised: $2,337
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Important Chinese Porcelain and Works of Art from an English Gentleman (lots 197-209)
Now residing in Toronto, the owner of this collection dedicated the last 40 years to the full-time study of Asian Arts with a main interest in Chinese ceramics, jades and scholarly objects. The majority of the items were purchased at auction and from private collections.
Purchased in London during the 1970’s.

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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