Asian and Emporium Auction
Fri, Jan 15, 2021 09:00AM EST
Lot 21
Two Chinese Inscribed Gilt Bronze Tiger Tallies
Estimate: $200 - $400
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 |
Ming or Ming style, each cast in the form a crouching tiger, inscribed character inscriptions along the spine, one tally in two matching halves, fitted with a carved wooden stand, figure 4-1/2 in. long; one tally cast solid, 3-3/4 in. long - Provenance: Property from the Collection of Senator Hugh Scott, now the Property of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
two part tally with gold paint retouch, possible repairs to scroll ears, verdigris; other casting flaws, gilt loss, abrasions
Condition
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