Asian Art

November 30December 05, 2019
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LOT 128

Lot 128

A Chinese Pierced Ivory Puzzle Ball, 18th/19th Century

A Chinese Pierced Ivory Puzzle Ball, 18th/19th Century
Lot 128 Details
A Chinese Pierced Ivory Puzzle Ball, 18th/19th Century

十八/十九世紀 牙雕纏枝花卉紋鬼工球

The outer casing carved with floral scrolls and fitted with flower roundels, the interior containing balls pierced with a geometric pattern; resting atop a wood stand
diameter 3 in — 7.6 cm

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $2,040
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Chinese Pierced Ivory Puzzle Ball, 18th/19th Century
  • A Chinese Pierced Ivory Puzzle Ball, 18th/19th Century
  • A Chinese Pierced Ivory Puzzle Ball, 18th/19th Century
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CONDITION DETAILS

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