Asian Auction, Session 1

December 03, 2012

LOT 30

Lot 30

Black Lacquer Five-Case Inro, 19th Century

Black Lacquer Five-Case Inro, 19th Century
Lot 30 Details
Black Lacquer Five-Case Inro, 19th Century

A takamakie scene of an abandoned treasure cart on a gold ground with silver inlays, the bottom two cases fitted with a silver box and cover TOGETHER WITH a 19th Century boxwood netsuke of an old man with peach
inro height 3.3" — 8.5 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $960
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Black Lacquer Five-Case Inro, 19th Century
  • Black Lacquer Five-Case Inro, 19th Century
  • Black Lacquer Five-Case Inro, 19th Century

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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