Asian Art

October 2429, 2020
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LOT 12

Lot 12

A Boxwood and Ivory Carved Netsuke of a Wasp in a Fruit

A Boxwood and Ivory Carved Netsuke of a Wasp in a Fruit
Lot 12 Details
A Boxwood and Ivory Carved Netsuke of a Wasp in a Fruit

height 1.6 in — 4 cm

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Boxwood and Ivory Carved Netsuke of a Wasp in a Fruit
  • A Boxwood and Ivory Carved Netsuke of a Wasp in a Fruit
  • A Boxwood and Ivory Carved Netsuke of a Wasp in a Fruit
  • A Boxwood and Ivory Carved Netsuke of a Wasp in a Fruit
  • A Boxwood and Ivory Carved Netsuke of a Wasp in a Fruit
Provenance:

Purchased in 1980 from Betty Killam Oriental Arts, Connecticut
From an Important Toronto Netsuke Collection

Note:

Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

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CONDITION DETAILS

minor superficial loss to underside; minor natural fissure to underside due to age; overall in good condition; 底部有小缺与自然原因造成的小裂,整体品相完好

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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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