Asian Art

October 2429, 2020
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LOT 5

Lot 5

A Boxwood Netsuke of Turtles, Signed Bazan, 19th Century

A Boxwood Netsuke of Turtles, Signed Bazan, 19th Century
Lot 5 Details
A Boxwood Netsuke of Turtles, Signed Bazan, 19th Century

Carved with two smaller turtles clambering over the shell of a larger turtle, whose neck is retracted above a partially chewed leaf, signed rectangular cartouche to the underside
1.4 x 2 in — 3.6 x 5 cm

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

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

Lot Report

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A Boxwood Netsuke of Turtles, Signed Bazan, 19th Century
  • A Boxwood Netsuke of Turtles, Signed Bazan, 19th Century
  • A Boxwood Netsuke of Turtles, Signed Bazan, 19th Century
  • A Boxwood Netsuke of Turtles, Signed Bazan, 19th Century
Provenance:

Purchased in 1980 from Weisbrod & Dy Ltd., Toronto
From an Important Toronto Netsuke Collection

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CONDITION DETAILS

in fine condition; 品相完整

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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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