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Lot 204

A Chinese Export Ivory Figural Chess Set, Canton, 19th/20th Century

A Chinese Export Ivory Figural Chess Set, Canton, 19th/20th Century
Lot 204 Details
A Chinese Export Ivory Figural Chess Set, Canton, 19th/20th Century

十九/二十世纪 广州外销牙雕人物象棋一套

One side stained red, the other side left natural, together with a gilt-lacquered board storage box decorated with continuous bands of dragons and figural landscapes
tallest piece height 5.5 in — 14 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $3,000
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A Chinese Export Ivory Figural Chess Set, Canton, 19th/20th Century
  • A Chinese Export Ivory Figural Chess Set, Canton, 19th/20th Century
Provenance:

Formerly the A.W. Bahr Collection, thence by descent within the family in Montreal
来源: 蒙特利尔古董商 A.W.Bahr 先生旧藏

Note:

A similar chess set was sold at Christie's Interiors, November 8, 2010, lot 143
类似象棋请参考佳士得2010年11月8日，拍品编号143
Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

Christie's Interiors, November 8, 2010, lot 143
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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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