Lot #257 - A pair of Japanese replica bookends, circa 1930
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Auction House:Gibson's Auctioneers & Valuers
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Sale Name:Australian, Maritime & Exploration featuring the Bob Munro Collection
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Sale Date:08 Nov 2020 ~ 11am (AEDT)
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Lot #:257
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Lot Description:A pair of Japanese replica bookends, circa 1930
in the style of Grace Seccombe, each modelled as a koala and baby koala resting in a sculpted gum tree
14cm high, 11cm wide, 8.5cm deep -
Notes:In the 1930's, the Japanese were experts in producing replicas, they copied a number of pieces produced in Australia and England, particularly by Grace Seccombe, which they could sell at significantly lower prices than their Australian equivalents.
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Estimate:A$400 - 600
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Realised Price:$0.00
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Category:Ceramics & Porcelain
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.