Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Day 1: Important Asian Works of Art

Thu, Sep 15, 2016 10:00AM EDT - Fri, Sep 16, 2016 10:00AM EDT
Lot 40

Pair Shrine Temple Carved Wood

Estimate: $1,200 - $2,400

Bid Increments

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[Shi-Shi] Lions Japanese, large solid hardwood [shi-shi] lions that were once part of a temple structure, such as at corners or under eaves, great weathered surface and texture, calligraphy inscription to back of one, each 14 x 19 x 8 in.,. Condition: age cracks, minor wormage to rear where once attached to structure. 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

age cracks, minor wormage to rear where once attached to structure