Lot #555 - A Polychrome Ivory Tusk, Meiji Period
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Auction House:Sotheby's Australia
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Sale Name:Fine Furniture & Decorative Arts
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Sale Date:14 May 2012 ~ 6.00pm (Lots 1-213)
15 May 2012 ~ 2.00pm (Lots 214-343)
15 May 2012 ~ 6.00pm (Lots 344-571) -
Lot #:555
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Lot Description:A Polychrome Ivory Tusk, Meiji Period
of almost cylindrical form, the exterior carved in relief depicting figures with large woven baskets variously occupied with their crops, the thatched houses nearby partially hidden by flowering trees and scrolling clouds, the details highlighted in russet and brown, wood stand (2)
15cm -
Estimate:A$5,000 - 7,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Oriental
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