Asian Art Online Auction

April 17, 2014

LOT 30

Lot 30

Two Ivory Carved Immortals, Circa 1930’s

Two Ivory Carved Immortals, Circa 1930’s
Lot 30 Details
Two Ivory Carved Immortals, Circa 1930’s

Each of slender tusk-form, the first as a male immortal with a bouquet of peonies, the second as a female figure with a branch. Wood stands
height 10" — 25.3 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $1,140
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

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

CONDITION DETAILS

minor age cracks to both; 2 small losses to base of lady where pins are inserted, and to the back of her hair; man with loss to top of spring that attaches to his head

LOT 30
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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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