Asian Art Online Auction

April 17, 2014

LOT 13

Lot 13

Group of Four Ivory Okimonos, 1900 to 1930

Group of Four Ivory Okimonos, 1900 to 1930
Lot 13 Details
Group of Four Ivory Okimonos, 1900 to 1930

Two fishermen with their daily catch; a tinted hunchback with lantern; and a tinted figure of Daiokoku TOGETHER WITH a gilt lacquer landscape ivory vase
tallest height 8.7" — 22 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $1,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Lots 8-35 Chinese and Japanese Ivory Carvings from a Toronto Estate.

CONDITION DETAILS

larger fisherman with small chip to basket and missing seal on base; vase with chips to base and affixed to acrylic stand; no other condition problems noted

LOT 13
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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