Asian Art Auction

June 09, 2014

LOT 156

Lot 156

Unusual Bronze Five-Piece Nesting Seal Set, Late Qing Dynasty

Unusual Bronze Five-Piece Nesting Seal Set, Late Qing Dynasty
Lot 156 Details
Unusual Bronze Five-Piece Nesting Seal Set, Late Qing Dynasty

The larger four pieces with five different seal faces, the smallest with six seal faces
1.4" x 1.4" x 1.4" — 3.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm.

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $3,900
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Unusual Bronze Five-Piece Nesting Seal Set, Late Qing Dynasty
  • Unusual Bronze Five-Piece Nesting Seal Set, Late Qing Dynasty
Provenance:

Scholar Art and Paintings from a Hong Kong Collector (Lots 155-161)
Acquired in Hong Kong during the 1950’s and 60’s while the owner was working in the Hong Kong Department of Education.

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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