Asian Art Auction

June 13, 2016

LOT 131

Lot 131

A Set of Three Jade Bi Discs, Hongshan Culture, Neolithic Period or Later

A Set of Three Jade Bi Discs, Hongshan Culture, Neolithic Period or Later
Lot 131 Details
A Set of Three Jade Bi Discs, Hongshan Culture, Neolithic Period or Later

紅山文化小玉璧三件

One of oblong form and white-green tones, and two of light to medium olive green tones, each with creamy white and beige inclusions
largest height 2" — 5 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $492
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

From an Important Toronto Collector, acquired in the 1980s while travelling in Inner Mongolia, China (Lots 121 – 135)

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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