Asian Auction
Thu, Jun 17, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 91
Chinese Carved Stone Guanyin Figure on Stand
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
depicting the bodhisattva Guanyin (Kannon) in relief against a flame mandorla, on rectangular base, surfaces carved with minimal decoration, 10-1/4 x 5-1/8 x 2-1/2 in.; with carved wood stand, 1 x 5-3/4 x 4-1/2 in.
Note: The lot is accompanied by a note from K. Watanabe Curios, Tokyo, datedÿJune 12, 1947ÿdating the piece to 420-588 A.D.
Provenance: K. Watanabe Curios, Tokyo (accompanied by paperwork dated June 12, 1947); Collection of U.S. Military Officer Stationed in Asia during the 1940s and 1950s; by descent in family
Condition
surface dirt layer and accretion, large chip and loss to one side, crack through body running from edge to top of Guanyin's head, scattered edge wear and small chips; stand associated, light scratches and wear, small chip to underside
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