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Live Auction

Day 1: Important Asian Works of Art

Thu, Sep 15, 2016 10:00AM EDT - Fri, Sep 16, 2016 10:00AM EDT
Lot 46

Buddhist Mokugyo Temple Drum on Stand

Estimate: $400 - $600

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Japanese, stand probably Chinese, Edo period, lacquered, fish-shaped [Zelkova] wooden percussion instrument for use during chanting in the sutra hall, inscription incised in calligraphy for “[Kin Riu Shi]” (possibly donor name), on pillow and stand, with drumstick, drum 13 x 12 in., ensemble 31 in. tall, (four pieces). Condition: lacquer losses, cracks, age/use wear; stand with losses, cracks. Notes: Please Note: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, mater. Provenance: Collection of Commander USNR (Ret.) Wayne S. and Mrs. Lydia B. Shiver, Asheboro, North Carolina

Condition

lacquer losses, cracks, age/use wear; stand with losses, cracks