Asian Art Online Auction

September 19, 2013

LOT 156

Lot 156

Three Chinese Decorative Items, 19th/20th Century

Three Chinese Decorative Items, 19th/20th Century
Lot 156 Details
Three Chinese Decorative Items, 19th/20th Century

Including a serpentine carved cup; a 19th Century turquoise glazed jar; and a soapstone carved landscape
length 7.7" — 19.5 cm.

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $192
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Three Chinese Decorative Items, 19th/20th Century
  • Three Chinese Decorative Items, 19th/20th Century
  • Three Chinese Decorative Items, 19th/20th Century
  • Three Chinese Decorative Items, 19th/20th Century
  • Three Chinese Decorative Items, 19th/20th Century
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

cup with slight hairline crack, no other condition problems noted

LOT 156
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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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