Asian Art Online Auction

May 17, 2012

LOT 178

Lot 178

Four Large Hardstone and Fauna Panels, Republican Period

Four Large Hardstone and Fauna Panels, Republican Period
Lot 178 Details
Four Large Hardstone and Fauna Panels, Republican Period

Each panel decorated with various stones such as jade, agate, coral, lapis lazuli, etc., and depicting 1. a phoenix hanging over a branch of pine tree with peonies on the right lower corner 2. two Chinese bulbul ‘bai tou weng’ standing on a pomegranate branch, some flowers on the right lower corner 3. two magpies ‘xique’ on a plum blossom tree branch with on the right lower corner 4. a rooster standing on a golden rock with a cranberry tree around him
62" x 20.9" — 157.5 x 53 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $300
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Four Large Hardstone and Fauna Panels, Republican Period
  • Four Large Hardstone and Fauna Panels, Republican Period
  • Four Large Hardstone and Fauna Panels, Republican Period
  • Four Large Hardstone and Fauna Panels, Republican Period

CONDITION DETAILS

some shrinkage to back panels and age cracks. Losses to lacquer. Some pieces missing and some larger pieces restored

LOT 178
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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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