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LOT 534

Lot 534

A Pair of Huanghuali Scholar’s Boxes, 19th Century

A Pair of Huanghuali Scholar’s Boxes, 19th Century
Lot 534 Details
A Pair of Huanghuali Scholar’s Boxes, 19th Century

黃花梨文房小箱一對

Of rectangular form, finely carved beaded lips running the edges of the two halves, fixed with yellow brass ‘ruyi’ mounts
6.4 x 15.3 x 7.7 in — 16.3 x 38.9 x 19.6 cm

Estimate $10,000-$15,000

Realised: $28,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Pair of Huanghuali Scholar’s Boxes, 19th Century
  • A Pair of Huanghuali Scholar’s Boxes, 19th Century
Provenance:

Property of a Canadian banker, who lived and purchased in Hong Kong, Bangkok, and Tokyo in the 1980s and 90s.

Note:

Proceeds to benefit the Ontario Arts Foundation.

CONDITION DETAILS

small loss to beaded lip of clasp, minor age cracks

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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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