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Asian Art | October 20, 2026

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Offering the second group of objects from the collection of the late William Arnett, Atlanta, Georgia, to include over 100 pieces of carved jade, now held by the Tinwood Foundation. From other private collections, items to include over 50 pieces of carved jade and Song through Qing dynasties enameled and monochrome glaze porcelains and bronzes. Artwork by Lung Mien, Pang Su Chai and scroll attributed to Huang Yongyu as well as a group of five Qing dynasty watercolors of fish. Two carved marble Guanyin with Christies provenance and a carved figure with Ralph Chait provenance.
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Lot 19

Ex. Ralph M. Chait Galleries Chinese Carved Fossilized Ivory Figure

Estimate: $500 - $700
Starting Bid
$250

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possibly Han or Han style, simplistically carved in the form of a monk or courtier, approx. 11 x 3 x 2 in.; in upholstered presentation box, 7 x 21 x 7-3/4 in.

Provenance: Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York, NY (label to box)

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.

 

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Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York, NY (label to box)

cracks and age splits as made, other natural flaws, some losses and discoloration; box with wear, some holes to fabric Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.