Asian Art Auction

June 13, 2016

LOT 45

Lot 45

Japanese Ivory Okimono Hotei with Boys, Showa Period

Japanese Ivory Okimono Hotei with Boys, Showa Period
Lot 45 Details
Japanese Ivory Okimono Hotei with Boys, Showa Period

昭和時代 牙雕布袋和尚童子置物

Very finely carved depicting a gleeful Hotei with eight children happily playing over him
height 3.1" — 8 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,640
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Japanese Ivory Okimono Hotei with Boys, Showa Period
  • Japanese Ivory Okimono Hotei with Boys, Showa Period
  • Japanese Ivory Okimono Hotei with Boys, Showa Period
  • Japanese Ivory Okimono Hotei with Boys, Showa Period
  • Japanese Ivory Okimono Hotei with Boys, Showa Period

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 45
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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