Asian Art Auction

June 09, 2014

LOT 130

Lot 130

Parcel Gilt Bronze Foreigner and Elephant Group, 16th/17th Century

Parcel Gilt Bronze Foreigner and Elephant Group, 16th/17th Century
Lot 130 Details
Parcel Gilt Bronze Foreigner and Elephant Group, 16th/17th Century

Cast in the form of an ornately caparisoned elephant standing four-square and holding a lotus flower in its trunk together with a foreigner seated on top, the group raised on a quatrefoil-shaped platform, with rich patina throughout
height 8.5" — 21.5 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $5,040
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 130
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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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