Asian Art

November 30December 05, 2019
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LOT 234

Lot 234

An Ivory Brushpot and 'Japanese Masks' Covered Box, Meiji Period

An Ivory Brushpot and 'Japanese Masks' Covered Box, Meiji Period
Lot 234 Details
An Ivory Brushpot and 'Japanese Masks' Covered Box, Meiji Period

日本 明治時期 牙雕面具蓋盒 牙雕漆金人物山水紋小筆筒一組兩件

The box carved with a multitude of masks and dynamic facial expressions, including the underside, the base interior, and the underside of the lid; the brushpot carved in low relief with a couple to one side and lacquered in gilt depicting mountains and birds on the other
largest 4.2 x 3.7 x 3 in — 10.6 x 9.5 x 7.7 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $420
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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An Ivory Brushpot and 'Japanese Masks' Covered Box, Meiji Period
  • An Ivory Brushpot and 'Japanese Masks' Covered Box, Meiji Period
  • An Ivory Brushpot and 'Japanese Masks' Covered Box, Meiji Period
  • An Ivory Brushpot and 'Japanese Masks' Covered Box, Meiji Period
  • An Ivory Brushpot and 'Japanese Masks' Covered Box, Meiji Period
Note:

Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

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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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