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ONLINE AUCTION
Asian Art
October 7 - 28, 2021

October 07 - October 28, 2021

LOT DETAILS
         
         
         
         

This session is closed for bidding.
Current bid: $800 CAD
Bidding History
Paddle # Date Amount

7545 16-Oct-2021 09:57:10 AM $800 AutoBid

The bidding history list updated on: Thursday, March 28, 2024 09:22:35

LOT 017

Chinese

A Chinese Export Ivory Carved Box, Mid-19th Century
ivory box
4 x 7 1/4 x 5 1/2 in, 10.2 x 18.4 x 14 cm

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 CAD

Sold for: $1,000

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PROVENANCE
Private Collection, Toronto


Of hexagonal form, the box is carved with numerous panels depicting town scenes and figures going about their daily tasks. The hinges and mounting are silver.

Please note that this work is for domestic purchase only in Canada; Heffel will not ship this work internationally. Please be advised that this lot contains organic material that is protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).

Veuillez noter que cette œuvre n’est offerte que pour achat national, au Canada seulement; la Maison Heffel refusera d’expédier cette œuvre à l’extérieur du pays. Sachez également que ce lot comporte du matériel organique protégé en vertu de la Convention sur le commerce international des espèces de faune et de flore sauvages menacées d’extinction (CITES).


All prices are in Canadian Dollars


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