Asian Art Auction

November 30, 2015

LOT 78

Lot 78

Gilt Burmese Wooden Shrine with Bone Inlays, 18th/19th Century

Gilt Burmese Wooden Shrine with Bone Inlays, 18th/19th Century
Lot 78 Details
Gilt Burmese Wooden Shrine with Bone Inlays, 18th/19th Century

18/19世紀 緬甸木雕泥金加彩佛龕

Finely carved in three pieces, the multiple tier shrine decorated with carved bone attendants, mandala and scrolling flora decoration throughout
height 32.3" — 82 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,280
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Private Collection, Québec City, Québec
加拿大魁北克私人珍藏

Note:

A very similar shrine is in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, accession number IS.11:1 to 24, 28 to 31-1969

相似一例現藏於英國倫敦維多莉亞亞伯特博物館(V&A),藏品編號IS.11:1 to 24, 28 to 31-1969

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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