Asian Art

October 2429, 2020
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LOT 16

Lot 16

A Group of Four Ivory, Amber, and Lacquer Carved Manju Netsuke, Three Signed

A Group of Four Ivory, Amber, and Lacquer Carved Manju Netsuke, Three Signed
Lot 16 Details
A Group of Four Ivory, Amber, and Lacquer Carved Manju Netsuke, Three Signed

Consisting of a rounded red lacquer square, signed; an amber pumpkin with mice, signed; an ivory cover and box painted with maple leaves; and a carved lacquer box and cover, signed
largest diameter 1.8 in — 4.6 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $420
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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A Group of Four Ivory, Amber, and Lacquer Carved Manju Netsuke, Three Signed
  • A Group of Four Ivory, Amber, and Lacquer Carved Manju Netsuke, Three Signed
  • A Group of Four Ivory, Amber, and Lacquer Carved Manju Netsuke, Three Signed
  • A Group of Four Ivory, Amber, and Lacquer Carved Manju Netsuke, Three Signed
  • A Group of Four Ivory, Amber, and Lacquer Carved Manju Netsuke, Three Signed
Provenance:

Carved lacquer box purchased in 1982 from Waddington's, Toronto
From an Important Toronto Netsuke Collection

Note:

Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

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CONDITION DETAILS

wear along the lip of the carved lacquer box; small fissure on the ivory box; overall in good condition; 红漆根付边缘有小缺损,牙雕根付有小缺,整体品相较好

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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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