Asian Art Auction

June 10, 2013

LOT 399

Lot 399

Chinese School

Chinese School
Lot 399 Details
Chinese School

BODHISATTVA, 19TH CENTURY

Ink and colour on silk
22.4" x 7.7" — 57 x 19.5 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $541.20
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Donated to Knox College at the University of Toronto in 2009 by descendants of George Leslie Mackay, a missionary with the Canada Presbyterian Church. Mr. Mackay acquired the painting when he resided in Tamsui, northern Formosa (now Taiwan) sometime between 1872-1901.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 399
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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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