Asian Art Online Auction

September 19, 2013

LOT 105

Lot 105

Ivory Carved Fisherman Group

Ivory Carved Fisherman Group
Lot 105 Details
Ivory Carved Fisherman Group

Seated beneath a rocky cliff with pine trees, the elderly fisherman with two large fish, his young attendant grappling the third. Wood stand
ivory carving height 10.8" — 27.5 cm.

Estimate $700-$900

Realised: $780
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

A Private Collection of Chinese Ivory from Edmonton

CONDITION DETAILS

Large age crack to front and back

LOT 105
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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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