Asian Art Auction

June 09, 2014

LOT 116

Lot 116

Ivory Tusk-Form Longevity Immortal with Attendant, Circa 1940’s

Ivory Tusk-Form Longevity Immortal with Attendant, Circa 1940’s
Lot 116 Details
Ivory Tusk-Form Longevity Immortal with Attendant, Circa 1940’s

Rendered as a bearded figure holding a basket of pomegranates and branch of peaches, a young attendant standing to one side and dressed in loose robes holding a single plump fruit. Wood stand
height 21.5" — 54.5 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,500

Realised: $2,160
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Chinese Ivory Carvings from an Edmonton Collection (Lots 114-118)

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 116
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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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