Asian Art Online Auction

April 17, 2014

LOT 22

Lot 22

Tinted Ivory Okimono of a Sage, Meiji Period, Circa 1900

Tinted Ivory Okimono of a Sage, Meiji Period, Circa 1900
Lot 22 Details
Tinted Ivory Okimono of a Sage, Meiji Period, Circa 1900

Dressed in long patterned robes, the figure with a tall gnarled staff and handscroll
height 8" — 20.3 cm.
inset signature on base

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $264
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Tinted Ivory Okimono of a Sage, Meiji Period, Circa 1900
  • Tinted Ivory Okimono of a Sage, Meiji Period, Circa 1900
  • Tinted Ivory Okimono of a Sage, Meiji Period, Circa 1900
Provenance:

Lots 8-35 Chinese and Japanese Ivory Carvings from a Toronto Estate.

CONDITION DETAILS

very minor wear to colours; overall excellent condition

LOT 22
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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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