Asian Art Online Auction

February 28, 2013

LOT 7

Lot 7

Ivory Okimono of Monkey Trainers, Circa 1900

Ivory Okimono of Monkey Trainers, Circa 1900
Lot 7 Details
Ivory Okimono of Monkey Trainers, Circa 1900

Rendered in the form of two men and a child perched on a rocky boulder with a monkey dressed in robes. Wood stand and mounted as a lamp with inlaid turquoise beads
ivory carving height 12.2" — 31 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $576
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Ivory Okimono of Monkey Trainers, Circa 1900
  • Ivory Okimono of Monkey Trainers, Circa 1900

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor age cracks to ivory; base affixed to mounts; unexamined without mountings

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  • 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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