Asian Art Auction

November 30, 2015

LOT 315

Lot 315

Cloisonne Circular Taichi Box, Early 20th Century

Cloisonne Circular Taichi Box, Early 20th Century
Lot 315 Details
Cloisonne Circular Taichi Box, Early 20th Century

20世紀早期 掐絲琺瑯太極圓盒

Supported on a straight foot, the cover with a central taichi medallion, encircled by a ruyi-head border, with lotus flowers on scrolling foliate stems and various ruyi head bands surrounding, the base also with a ruyi head band at the rim, with further scrolling lotus blooms
diameter 3.9" — 10 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,000

Realised: $720
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

From a Distinguished Toronto Collection
多倫多重要私人珍藏

Note:

A similar Qianlong/Jiaqing example sold at Christie’s London, May 18, 2012, lot 1153

類似乾隆嘉慶年間一例於2012年5月18日倫敦佳士得拍出,拍品編號1153。

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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