Asian Art

December 0308, 2022
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LOT 97

Lot 97

A Large Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand, Circa 1900

A Large Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand, Circa 1900
Lot 97 Details
A Large Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand, Circa 1900

清 约1900年 十三行牙雕鬼工球及座

The puzzle ball surface carved with six intertwining dragons amongst scrolling clouds in deep relief and the interior composed of approximately sixteen layers, the stand formed from baluster columns connecting a pierced rotating cylinder above a female immortal holding a cherry blossom and an oval fan, her hair in a high coiffure fastened by a tassel ornament, standing on a base carved with three dragons in relief, the foot formed of overlapping plantain lappets;
ball diameter 3.6 in (9.2 cm)
overall height 14.6 in — 37 cm

Estimate $700-$900

Realised: $2,040
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Large Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand, Circa 1900
  • A Large Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand, Circa 1900
  • A Large Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand, Circa 1900
  • A Large Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand, Circa 1900
  • A Large Ivory Puzzle Ball and Stand, Circa 1900
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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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