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October 30, 2014

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LOT 105

Lot 105

Three-Piece Bronze Mounted Jade Desk Set, Early 20th Century

Three-Piece Bronze Mounted Jade Desk Set, Early 20th Century
Lot 105 Details
Three-Piece Bronze Mounted Jade Desk Set, Early 20th Century

Includes a writing board with four triangular jade corners; a white jade hairpin converted into a pen holder; and a small stand with lapis lazuli squirrel finial
largest jade piece 4.4" x 2.2" — 11.3 x 5.6 cm.

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $2,220
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Provenance:

Private Collection Ottawa. Acquired in the early 20th Century, thence by descent within the family.

CONDITION DETAILS

The bronze mounts are circa 1920’s. Jade in jade pen measures 13.3 cm; jade in jade stand measures 11.3 x 5.6 cm, and has minute wear along the edges, the squirrel missing one ear; jades in writing board measure 8.5 x 8 cm each

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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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