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LOT 82

Lot 82

A Rare Gilt Lacquered 'Dragon' Chest, Late Ming/Early Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th Century

A Rare Gilt Lacquered 'Dragon' Chest, Late Ming/Early Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th Century
Lot 82 Details
A Rare Gilt Lacquered 'Dragon' Chest, Late Ming/Early Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th Century

明 十七/十八世纪 木漆金龙纹方匣

Of square section, each side relief-decorated in gesso with two five-clawed dragons confronting a flaming pearl, fitted with metal clasp, handles, and hinges
height 10 in — 25.4 cm

Estimate $1,500-$2,500

Realised: $1,440
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A Rare Gilt Lacquered 'Dragon' Chest, Late Ming/Early Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th Century
  • A Rare Gilt Lacquered 'Dragon' Chest, Late Ming/Early Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th Century
  • A Rare Gilt Lacquered 'Dragon' Chest, Late Ming/Early Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th Century
  • A Rare Gilt Lacquered 'Dragon' Chest, Late Ming/Early Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th Century
  • A Rare Gilt Lacquered 'Dragon' Chest, Late Ming/Early Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th Century
Provenance:

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

For another gilt-lacquer and gesso-applied seal chest, please see Christie's New York, March 22, 2012, lot 1758

Christie's New York, March 22, 2012, lot 1758
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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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