Waddington's

Asian Art Auction

June 18, 2010

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LOT 137

Lot 137

Large Ivory Carved Guanyin

Large Ivory Carved Guanyin
Lot 137 Details
Large Ivory Carved Guanyin

The Goddess of Mercy wearing a crown depicting Amitabha Buddha, her left hand holding onto a rosary necklace and willow branch, her right hand a basket containing a lotus pad and peony bloom, a phoenix standing by her side. Wood base
height 23.6" — 60 cm.
Base inscribed Da Ming Chenghua

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $4,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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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