Asian Art Auction
Thu, Apr 28, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 231
Two Chinese Carved Mother of Pearl Inlaid Stands
Estimate: $600 - $900
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 |
late Qing dynasty, each of rectangular form, carved hongmu or other hardwood with mother of pearl inlaid decoration, floral sprays, scrollwork, and auspicious objects, on scrolled legs, one example with stretchers and metal corner appliques, 3-3/4 x 11-7/8 x 7 in. and 3-3/4 x 12-1/8 x 7-1/4 in.
Provenance: Private Collection, ColoradoCondition
surface dirt and accretion, scattered surface scratches and bumps, both with some warping and separations to center bottom panel, possible old glue repairs throughout, some discoloration and a few very small chips to inlay; one with break and repair to one leg; example with stretchers missing one corner applique at one stretcher corner, appliques with some discoloration and tarnish
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