Asian Art

May 1520, 2021
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LOT 76

Lot 76

A Pair of Fahua Glazed 'Guardian Lion' Roof Ornaments, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

A Pair of Fahua Glazed 'Guardian Lion' Roof Ornaments, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Lot 76 Details
A Pair of Fahua Glazed 'Guardian Lion' Roof Ornaments, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

明 法华琉璃'风狮爷'瓦当一对

Each grasping a rectangular support on all fours, with blue, aubergine, and ochre glazes
length 28 in — 71.1 cm

Estimate $8,000-$12,000

Realised: $7,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

H.H. Pao Collection, Toronto
多伦多鲍恒发家族珍藏
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Note:

Christie's sticker to the interior of one ornament

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CONDITION DETAILS

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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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