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December 01, 2016

LOT 464

Lot 464

A Black-Ground Japanese Cloisonné Vase, 19th Century

A Black-Ground Japanese Cloisonné Vase, 19th Century
Lot 464 Details
A Black-Ground Japanese Cloisonné Vase, 19th Century

Decorated over the body with two songbirds amongst prunus flowers
height 14.4" — 36.5 cm.

Estimate $500-$600

Realised: $480
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

minor scratch to the surface, very minor loss to enamel

LOT 464
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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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