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December 04, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 187

Lot 187

A Complete Set of Ivory Figures of the Eighteen Luohan, 19th Century

A Complete Set of Ivory Figures of the Eighteen Luohan, 19th Century
Lot 187 Details
A Complete Set of Ivory Figures of the Eighteen Luohan, 19th Century

清 十九世纪 牙雕十八罗汉一套

Each disciple subtly individualized, their monastic robes falling in soft, natural folds as they hold distinctive identifying attributes rendered with fine incised detail, their faces characterized by lively, sometimes humorous expressions and varied facial features, each with a storage box (11.6 x 34.5 x 15.6 cm), one figure with a later replaced stand
each figure approximate height 9.8 in — 25 cm

Estimate $6,000-$8,000

Realised: $15,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Complete Set of Ivory Figures of the Eighteen Luohan, 19th Century
  • A Complete Set of Ivory Figures of the Eighteen Luohan, 19th Century
  • A Complete Set of Ivory Figures of the Eighteen Luohan, 19th Century
  • A Complete Set of Ivory Figures of the Eighteen Luohan, 19th Century
  • A Complete Set of Ivory Figures of the Eighteen Luohan, 19th Century
  • A Complete Set of Ivory Figures of the Eighteen Luohan, 19th Century
  • A Complete Set of Ivory Figures of the Eighteen Luohan, 19th Century
Provenance:

Acquired in Hong Kong in 1977
Private Hong Kong Family Collection
来源:
香港私人珍藏,1977年购自香港裕宝斋

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Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 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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