Asian Art Online Auction

October 30, 2014

LOT 12

Lot 12

Seven Small Cloisonné Enamel Boxes, China and Japan, 19th/20th Century

Seven Small Cloisonné Enamel Boxes, China and Japan, 19th/20th Century
Lot 12 Details
Seven Small Cloisonné Enamel Boxes, China and Japan, 19th/20th Century

Decorated with dragon, peony, and other floral patterns over polychrome enamel backgrounds
largest width 3" — 7.5 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $288
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Lot 1 to 25: Chinese and Japanese cloisonné enamel wares from a Private Toronto Collection.

CONDITION DETAILS

tall snuff box with minor losses to cover; the rest in good condtion

LOT 12
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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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