Asian Art Auction

June 09, 2014

LOT 118

Lot 118

Ivory Carved Incense Burner and Cover, Circa 1940’s

Ivory Carved Incense Burner and Cover, Circa 1940’s
Lot 118 Details
Ivory Carved Incense Burner and Cover, Circa 1940’s

The squat body with a pair of curving ring handles, the sides carved in high relief with two foliate-form reserves depicting several ferocious dragons, all surmounted by a cover with fu-lion finial. Wood stand
height 12.6" — 32 cm.

Estimate $1,200-$1,500

Realised: $1,599
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Ivory Carved Incense Burner and Cover, Circa 1940’s
  • Ivory Carved Incense Burner and Cover, Circa 1940’s
Provenance:

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

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 118
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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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