Asian Art Online Auction

July 10, 2014

LOT 6

Lot 6

Bronze and Ivory Okimono of a Bijin, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

Bronze and Ivory Okimono of a Bijin, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century
Lot 6 Details
Bronze and Ivory Okimono of a Bijin, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

The standing figure composed of ivory and bronze, rendered in a standing position on top of a large wood stand carved in the form of a rocky base
figure height 12.2" — 31 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $840
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Bronze and Ivory Okimono of a Bijin, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century
  • Bronze and Ivory Okimono of a Bijin, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century
Provenance:

Property from an Important Toronto Estate.

CONDITION DETAILS

age cracks throughout ivory, missing accessories to hands

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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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