The estate includes a large collection of paintings from the 16th - 19th centuries. A fine collection of 19th century bronze sculptures and a unique collection of ivory and netsuke. The auction will also include jewelry, decorative art and furniture.
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LOT 23754:
A Fine Monumental Carved Ivory Dragon Boat, China, First Half of the 20th Century
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Sold for: $8,500
Start price:
$
5,000
Estimated price :
$15000-20000
Buyer's Premium: 20%
VAT: 17%
On commission only
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A Fine Monumental Carved Ivory Dragon Boat, China, First Half of the 20th Century
Description: The boat carved from a single tusk as a dragon and finely hammered with a scales motif, with a flared tail and the boat nose as a large dragon head set with cinnabar eyes. Centered by a three tiered pagoda and and inside carved figures depicting the the emperor and empress. The pagoda flanked by intricately and individually carved figures of musicians and entourage.Mounted on a carved wood original base.
Length 168 cmHeight (including base): 66 cm; without base: 53 cm
Condition: Minor imperfections, otherwise good.
