Asian Art Online Auction

September 19, 2013

LOT 101

Lot 101

Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures

Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures
Lot 101 Details
Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures

Rendered in a standing pose, the queen carrying a censer in one hand and a basket of peonies in the other, the king with a ruyi sceptre and staff TOGETHER WITH three hardstone carvings, two of figural form and the third as an elephant. Two affixed to stands
tallest (carving only) height 7.3" — 18.5 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $180
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures
  • Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures
  • Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures
  • Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures
  • Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures
  • Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures
  • Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures
  • Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures
  • Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures
  • Pair of Tinted Ivory King and Queen Figures

CONDITION DETAILS

king and queen with minor wear to painting and minor age cracks

LOT 101
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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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