Asian Art Online Auction

July 10, 2014

LOT 63

Lot 63

Silver Mounted Conch, Tibet, 19th Century

Silver Mounted Conch, Tibet, 19th Century
Lot 63 Details
Silver Mounted Conch, Tibet, 19th Century

Rendered from ivory and modeled in the form of a shell with silver mounting decorated with scenes of flora and fauna
length 8.5" — 21.5 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $516
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Silver Mounted Conch, Tibet, 19th Century
  • Silver Mounted Conch, Tibet, 19th Century
Provenance:

Property from an Important Toronto Estate.

CONDITION DETAILS

very good conditon, some age cracks to conch

LOT 63
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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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