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LOT 113

Lot 113

Two Archaic-Style Celadon and Russet Stone Carved Pendants with Taotie Mask Designs

Two Archaic-Style Celadon and Russet Stone Carved Pendants with Taotie Mask Designs
Lot 113 Details
Two Archaic-Style Celadon and Russet Stone Carved Pendants with Taotie Mask Designs

仿古兽纹玉饰两件

With calligraphic inscriptions on the reverse
2.1 x 1.5 x 0.2 in — 5.4 x 3.8 x 0.4 cm

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $480
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Two Archaic-Style Celadon and Russet Stone Carved Pendants with Taotie Mask Designs
  • Two Archaic-Style Celadon and Russet Stone Carved Pendants with Taotie Mask Designs
  • Two Archaic-Style Celadon and Russet Stone Carved Pendants with Taotie Mask Designs
Provenance:

From a private Toronto collector, active from the late 1960s onwards

Note:

The current owner began his collecting journey in 1968, and shortly thereafter discovered The Gurie Gallery and Le Petit Musée of Montreal in 1969. He was mentored under the owner of Le Petit Musée, Max Klein Sr, as well as in Toronto under Mr. Pao of Pao & Moltke Limited Oriental Art. He has been adding to his private collection in Toronto for the past 50 years.

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CONDITION DETAILS

small old losses to edges

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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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