Asian Art Online Auction

April 25, 2013

LOT 79

Lot 79

Five Old Chinese Storage Boxes, Early 20th Century

Five Old Chinese Storage Boxes, Early 20th Century
Lot 79 Details
Five Old Chinese Storage Boxes, Early 20th Century

Each rectangular form with two pairs of plain bone clasps and three pairs of finely carved archaistic bone clasps
largest 3.1" x 9.4" x 3.5" — 8 x 24 x 9 cm.

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $210
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

From the Estate of a Canadian writer who traveled to Mongolia prior to 1914, thence by descent to the current Montreal family

Note:

Perfect for storing your antiques! AW

CONDITION DETAILS

minor wear to boxes, bone clasps intact

LOT 79
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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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