Asian Art Auction

December 02, 2013

LOT 103

Lot 103

Large Export Ivory Card Case, 19th Century

Large Export Ivory Card Case, 19th Century
Lot 103 Details
Large Export Ivory Card Case, 19th Century

Densely carved in high relief on all sides and depicting several figures in a village scene surrounded by rockery, peonies, and pine trees TOGETHER WITH a cylindrical pill box with similar design
tallest height 4.5" — 11.5 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $1,140
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Large Export Ivory Card Case, 19th Century
  • Large Export Ivory Card Case, 19th Century
  • Large Export Ivory Card Case, 19th Century
  • Large Export Ivory Card Case, 19th Century
  • Large Export Ivory Card Case, 19th Century
  • Large Export Ivory Card Case, 19th Century
Provenance:

The Estate of David Blyth Hanna (1858-1938), Toronto, a railway executive and the president of Canadian National Railways in 1919-1922.

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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