Decorative Arts Auction

December 07, 2015

LOT 106

Lot 106

Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke Type Figural Chess Set signed Tomomitsu, 19th or early 20th century

Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke Type Figural Chess Set signed Tomomitsu, 19th or early 20th century
Lot 106 Details
Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke Type Figural Chess Set signed Tomomitsu, 19th or early 20th century

one side stained sepia, the other side left natural, with emperors as kings, queens holding fans, priests as bishops, Samurai warriors as knights, pagodas as rooks, and mythological figures as pawns, each piece with maker's signature
king height 3" — 7.6 cm.

Estimate $5,000-$7,000

Realised: $5,040
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition.

LOT 106
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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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