Asian Art Online Auction

February 26, 2015

LOT 173

Lot 173

Set of Three Chinese Art Reference Books

Set of Three Chinese Art Reference Books
Lot 173 Details
Set of Three Chinese Art Reference Books

Lion-Goldschmidt, Daisy and Jean-Claude Moreau-Gobard. Chinese Art: Bronzes, Jade, Sculpture, Ceramics. New York: Rizzoli International Publications, 1980.; Soame Jeyns, R. and William Watson. Chinese Art II: Gold, Silver, Later Bronzes, Cloisonne, Cantonese Enamel, Lacquer, Furniture, Wood. New York: Rizzoli International Publications, 1980; Soame Jenyns, R. Chinese Art III: Textiles, Glass and Painting on Glass, Carvings in Ivory and Rhinoceros Horn, Carvings in Hardstones, Snuff Bottles, Inkcakes and Inkstones.
each book 10.6" x 8.3" x 0.8" — 27 x 21.2 x 2 cm.

Estimate $30-$40

Realised: $144
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

overall good condition

LOT 173
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  • 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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