Asian Art

July 1116, 2020
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LOT 66

Lot 66

A White and Russet Jade Carving of an Elephant

A White and Russet Jade Carving of an Elephant
Lot 66 Details
A White and Russet Jade Carving of an Elephant

太平有象玉摆件

2.1 x 2.9 x 0.9 in — 5.3 x 7.4 x 2.2 cm

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A White and Russet Jade Carving of an Elephant
  • A White and Russet Jade Carving of an Elephant
  • A White and Russet Jade Carving of an Elephant
  • A White and Russet Jade Carving of an Elephant
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 loss on ear

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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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