Asian Art Auction

November 28, 2016

LOT 103

Lot 103

A Complete Set of Chinese Ivory Chess ‘Xiangqi’ with Huanghuali and Mixed Wood Box, 19th Century

A Complete Set of Chinese Ivory Chess ‘Xiangqi’ with Huanghuali and Mixed Wood Box, 19th Century
Lot 103 Details
A Complete Set of Chinese Ivory Chess ‘Xiangqi’ with Huanghuali and Mixed Wood Box, 19th Century

清十九世紀 黃花梨盒及牙雕象棋一組

A complete set of thirty-two Chinese chess pieces, each carved with characters using regular script, encased within a box composed of huanghuali and mixed wood
box length 8.3" — 21 cm.

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $4,080
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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A Complete Set of Chinese Ivory Chess ‘Xiangqi’ with Huanghuali and Mixed Wood Box, 19th Century
  • A Complete Set of Chinese Ivory Chess ‘Xiangqi’ with Huanghuali and Mixed Wood Box, 19th Century
  • A Complete Set of Chinese Ivory Chess ‘Xiangqi’ with Huanghuali and Mixed Wood Box, 19th Century

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 103
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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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