Asian Art

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June 29, 2023 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 92

Lot 92

A Fine Ivory 'Hu' Court Tablet, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

A Fine Ivory 'Hu' Court Tablet, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Lot 92 Details
A Fine Ivory 'Hu' Court Tablet, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

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Of arched tapering form, the ivory aged with a warm, pale amber patina; together with a custom fitted box with a slot for lot 12 in the current sale
length 18.9 in — 48 cm

Estimate $6,000-$8,000

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A Fine Ivory 'Hu' Court Tablet, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
  • A Fine Ivory 'Hu' Court Tablet, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
  • A Fine Ivory 'Hu' Court Tablet, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
  • A Fine Ivory 'Hu' Court Tablet, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Provenance:

Kam Po Yui Collection, Hong Kong Art and Craft Merchants Association Ltd
The Jade Tree, Los Angeles
Private Vancouver Collection
来源:
香港艺术品商会元老金宝锐旧藏
洛杉矶玉树古董行
温哥华私人收藏

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Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

Lot 12
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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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