Asian Hardstone Carvings Online Auction

September 23, 2010

LOT 18

Lot 18

Three Pale Celadon Hardstone Vases

Three Pale Celadon Hardstone Vases
Lot 18 Details
Three Pale Celadon Hardstone Vases

The first, depicting three mallards in a pond with lotus plants, one swimming, one perched on a rock, one resting on the lid with a lotus leaf stem in beak; the second, fashioned as a fish in water with blooming lotus flowers; the third, a rose plant cleverly carved to include the gray tones of the hardstone. Three with wood stands
width 6.3" — 16 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $499.20
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Three Pale Celadon Hardstone Vases
  • Three Pale Celadon Hardstone Vases

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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