Brunk Auctions
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Asian Arts | January 12, 2023

Thu, Jan 12, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 291

Chinese Hardwood Ivory Inlaid and Ebonized Bench

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

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late Qing dynasty, with paneled back and arms elaborately inlaid with ivory scenes and objects, inlaid seat and skirt, on carved legs, deeply curved back, 48 x 66 x 25 in.

Note: This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.

Provenance: Property from a Southern Institution

Condition

scattered losses to ivory inlay, especially at central back, some warping and shrinkage separation at seat panel with areas of surface distress, some paint scuffs at front skirt

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