Asian Art Online Auction

February 27, 2014

LOT 18

Lot 18

Ivory Carved ‘Quail and Grain’ Container and Cover, Signed Yoshikazu, Meiji Period, 19th Century

Ivory Carved ‘Quail and Grain’ Container and Cover, Signed Yoshikazu, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Lot 18 Details
Ivory Carved ‘Quail and Grain’ Container and Cover, Signed Yoshikazu, Meiji Period, 19th Century

Of cylindrical-form with three quails forming the feet and carved with all over designs of the plump birds
height 9.1" — 23 cm.
inscribed mother-of-pearl signature seal

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $1,680
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Ivory Carved ‘Quail and Grain’ Container and Cover, Signed Yoshikazu, Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • Ivory Carved ‘Quail and Grain’ Container and Cover, Signed Yoshikazu, Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • Ivory Carved ‘Quail and Grain’ Container and Cover, Signed Yoshikazu, Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • Ivory Carved ‘Quail and Grain’ Container and Cover, Signed Yoshikazu, Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • Ivory Carved ‘Quail and Grain’ Container and Cover, Signed Yoshikazu, Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • Ivory Carved ‘Quail and Grain’ Container and Cover, Signed Yoshikazu, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Note:

All proceeds from the sale of this item will benefit the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. www.sickkids.ca.

CONDITION DETAILS

BODY: mostly intact with minimal age cracks, and some shrinkage to base COVER: some losses to grain stalks; finial has come off and has been restored/reattached with drill holes and metal wire

LOT 18
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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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