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September 19, 2013

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LOT 155

Lot 155

Amber Carving of a Scholar, Qing Dynasty

Amber Carving of a Scholar, Qing Dynasty
Lot 155 Details
Amber Carving of a Scholar, Qing Dynasty

Carved in the round of a standing figure dressed in long sweeping robes and with a double gourd swung across his back
height 2.8" — 7 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $576
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Amber Carving of a Scholar, Qing Dynasty
  • Amber Carving of a Scholar, Qing Dynasty
Provenance:

The Estate of David Blyth Hanna (1858-1938), Toronto. Mr Hanna was a railway executive who became the president of Canadian National Railways in 1919, maintaining his position until 1922, when he was appointed the first chairman of the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO).

CONDITION DETAILS

base with pinhole drill hole for mounting

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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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