Asian Art Auction

November 30, 2015

LOT 107

Lot 107

A Fine and Rare Ivory Sceptre with Rosewood Stand, Qing Dynasty

A Fine and Rare Ivory Sceptre with Rosewood Stand, Qing Dynasty
Lot 107 Details
A Fine and Rare Ivory Sceptre with Rosewood Stand, Qing Dynasty

清 牙雕如意配紅木座

Delicately carved with lingzhi shape, the ruyi scepter with elegant body over reticulated rosewood stand.
length 12.8" — 32.5 cm.

Estimate $3,000-$4,000

Realised: $2,880
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

A comparable example is in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum, New York, Gift of Suzanne G. Valenstein, in memory of Murray A. Valenstein, 2014 (2014.202)

近似一例現藏於美國紐約大都會博物館,館藏編號2014.202

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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