Asian Art Auction

September 2227, 2018
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LOT 234

Lot 234

A Pair of Chinese Cizhou Buddhistic Lion Tapersticks, Early 19th Century

A Pair of Chinese Cizhou Buddhistic Lion Tapersticks, Early 19th Century
Lot 234 Details
A Pair of Chinese Cizhou Buddhistic Lion Tapersticks, Early 19th Century

磁州窯佛獅燭台一對

Each modeled seated on a rectangular plinth, the heads raised and turned slightly, mouths agape and containing a loose ball, the cylindrical taperstick holder issuing from the back, with a creamy glaze throughout and brown and taupe detailing
height 7.7 in — 19.5 cm

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Pair of Chinese Cizhou Buddhistic Lion Tapersticks, Early 19th Century
  • A Pair of Chinese Cizhou Buddhistic Lion Tapersticks, Early 19th Century
Note:

A similar pair sold at Doyle New York, October 27, 2004, lot 143

CONDITION DETAILS

chips and losses to both

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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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