Asian Art Online Auction

April 25, 2013

LOT 16

Lot 16

Ivory Carved and Lacquered Okimono of Hotei, Signed Shoko, Circa 1900

Ivory Carved and Lacquered Okimono of Hotei, Signed Shoko, Circa 1900
Lot 16 Details
Ivory Carved and Lacquered Okimono of Hotei, Signed Shoko, Circa 1900

The laughing deity draped in loose robes falling to his sides and exposing his rounded paunch while carrying a large rucksack across his shoulder, the figure holding a ruyi-sceptre
height 4.3" — 11 cm.
base with lacquer inlay seal of Shoko

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $700
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Ivory Carved and Lacquered Okimono of Hotei, Signed Shoko, Circa 1900
  • Ivory Carved and Lacquered Okimono of Hotei, Signed Shoko, Circa 1900

CONDITION DETAILS

small loss to upper part of pouch

LOT 16
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  • 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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