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July 11, 2013

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LOT 117

Lot 117

Rosewood Mahjong Storage Container, Early 20th Century

Rosewood Mahjong Storage Container, Early 20th Century
Lot 117 Details
Rosewood Mahjong Storage Container, Early 20th Century

Of rectangular shape with a removable front panel decorated by four Chinese characters, the interior with three individual pull-out compartments, each with circular handles
7.1" x 12.6" x 8.5" — 18 x 32 x 21.5 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $60
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Rosewood Mahjong Storage Container, Early 20th Century
  • Rosewood Mahjong Storage Container, Early 20th Century
Provenance:

Lots 23-26, 30, 47, 56, 117, 119: Chinese and Japanese Works of Art from a Japanese Family
Acquired by the president of an American-Japanese trading company during the first-half of the 20th Century. They specialized in importing and exporting goods from China and locations Tokyo, Yokohama, and Karuizawa Thence by descent within the family and brought to Canada in 1979.

CONDITION DETAILS

no game pieces included; box in good condition

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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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