Asian Art Auction

June 13, 2016

LOT 44

Lot 44

Carved Ivory Okimono of a Woodman, Meiji Period

Carved Ivory Okimono of a Woodman, Meiji Period
Lot 44 Details
Carved Ivory Okimono of a Woodman, Meiji Period

明治時代 樵夫置物

Very finely carved, the woodman with a kind and inquisitive expression, seated on a collected pile of wood with tools of his trade
height 4.3" — 11 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $1,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Carved Ivory Okimono of a Woodman, Meiji Period
  • Carved Ivory Okimono of a Woodman, Meiji Period
Note:

For a similar Meiji period okimono, see Sotheby’s Paris, December 18, 2012, lot 258

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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