Waddington's

Asian Art Auction, Session 1

June 06, 2011

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LOT 255

Lot 255

Large Export Ivory Carved Card Case, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Large Export Ivory Carved Card Case, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Lot 255 Details
Large Export Ivory Carved Card Case, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Of lozenge shape, one side deeply carved with a panel of figures surrounded by deep relief of roses on a ‘wan’ diaper pattern, the obverse with a monogram roundel with the initials MHR. TOGETHER WITH a sandalwood card case of oblong shape carved with figures in garden
larger height 4.3" — 11 cm.
the latter with an ink museum code #85.1.9

Estimate $1,200-$1,500

Realised: $1,230
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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