Asian Art Auction

June 13, 2016

LOT 245

Lot 245

An Okimono of a Seated Fisherman, Meiji Period

An Okimono of a Seated Fisherman, Meiji Period
Lot 245 Details
An Okimono of a Seated Fisherman, Meiji Period

明治時代 牙雕坐姿漁翁置物

Finely carved on a raised oval plinth, depicting a satisfied fisherman at his work of preparing fish
height 4.1" — 10.5 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $1,168.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

From an Important Private Collection, London, England
Acquired mainly from Christie’s and Sotheby’s London, from the 1970s to the 1990s
Lots 243 - 273

Note:

Two similar examples of seated workmen okimono, one depicting a sword maker and the other featuring a basket maker, were sold at Christie’s London, South Kensignton, September 12, 2002, lots 73 and 74.


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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