Chinese ivory box with open work carving
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Pre 1837 VR item# 1135896 (stock# 1676/2361)
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A Chinese ivory box carved in openwork , the four sides and top panels with intricate and detailed panoramas of pagodas, pavilions, mountains, lakes and fishermen in boats.The borders show squirrels, vines and rats amongst foliage - an unusual choice of subject matter. This style of open work , which entails piercing through two layers, in order to achieve a life-like tableau, needs a masterly command of the craft and therefore is uncommon and sought- after. The interior of this box is lined wit ...click for details
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Chinese ivory ruyi scepter
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Pre 1910 item# 1128917 (stock# 1778/5111)
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A Chinese ivory ruyi scepter , carved excellently with different- sized lingzhi fungus issuing from a stalk. This symbol of longevity and immortality is a particularly auspicious and sought-after motif.An item of quality carving and visual appeal. age: 19 C. , size; 15 3/4 inches ( 40 cm) long.condition: very good, no breaks, a few age-related vertical hairlines and a patch of discolouration on the underside of the ruyi head ( as seen in the images). We can obtain CITES EXPORT LICENCE, if nece ...click for details
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Chinese ivory chess and draughts set
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Pre 1920 item# 1119646
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A Chinese ivory chess and draughts (checkers) set combo in the form of discs , carved on one side with chess men's faces and on the reverse with floral design. It comes with its original shakers and dice and is a good compact set. size; 2.7 cm ( diameter of the discs) and 5.8 cm ( height of the shakers). Age; C. 1900. condition: very good, one disc with a small crack and damage to the pierced ring. As seen in the image. We can obtain CITES EXPORT LICENCE, if necessary 2/3 weeks.
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Chinese ivory plaque
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Pre 1900 item# 1096663 (stock# 1750/3761)
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A Chinese ivory plaque, half section of a tusk , finely carved in its cavity with a panorama of figures in a landscape. There are two wheeled and canopied carriages carrying notables accompanied by attendants. Other figures are in group assemblies and all are set against a background of trees, clouds and mountains.An attractive and very competent example of 19 C. Cantonese carving. Of good size of 10 1/2 inches (27 cm) long, it is in excellent condition free from restoration or cracks. The whi ...click for details
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Chinese ivory jewel box
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Pre 1900 item# 1094978 (stock# 1732/4991)
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A Chinese ivory jewel box mounted with seven shaped, carved, pierced three dimensional appliques. The borders are carved with a leaf and scroll pattern and there is a lift- up tray inside.The cover has a secondary panel which supports the carved appliques. size: 10 1/4 inches ( 26.5cm) long. age : C. 1850. condition: old repairs to the edges of the top and feet ; missings of the finer flower decorations; horizontal dark lines to the top panel. The base has a dark sweep , it is not a crack but on ...click for details
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Chinese ivory sewing box
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Pre 1900 item# 1092574 (stock# 1744/33511)
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A Chinese ivory box, carved all over with scenes of figures, pagodas, pavilions etc. It has a lift-off internal tray with 16 divisions containing a near complete set of sewing accessories, all beautifully carved and original.This casket is a superb example of Cantonese ivory craftsmanship, exhibiting extreme detail, complex composition and fine execution.Age: C. 1860. size: 20.5 cm x 15.5 cm x 11.5 cm high.condition: the panels and friezes are fine, two tiny surface chips one above the key hole ...click for details
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Chinese ivory box
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Pre 1900 item# 1089114 (stock# 1739/3417)
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A Chinese ivory box, carved in Canton with shaped vignettes a gainst a diaper ground with the Buddhist symbols of the Knot, the Vase, the Canopy and the Lotus. The carving is fine and detailed and all the ivory panels are free from cracks . We can obtain CITES EXPORT LICENCE , if necessary (2/3 weeks). age: C. 1880. size: 10 inches (25 cm) long. condition : very good, the metal hinges which are the original ones look a little fragile and care is recommended in opening and shutting of the box.
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Chinese ivory letters basket
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Pre 1900 item# 1082362 (stock# 1738/4111)
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A Chinese ivory stationery basket with a central division and upright handle, elaborately carved all over with blooms, tendrils and figures. A beautiful example of Canton craftsmanship and so reminiscent of t graceful life in the 19th. C. China. We can obtain CITES EXPORT LICENCE (2/3 weeks). Age: C. 1870. size: 8 1/4 inches ( 21cm) long. condition: very good, an age-related crack has been repaired- the base of these items were usually made from more than one piece of ivory and frequently , with ...click for details
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Chinese brush pot antique ivory
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Pre 1900 item# 1079139 (stock# 1733/5111)
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A Chinese ivory brush pot,made from the wide section of a tusk, magnificently carved all over with a continuous scene of warriors fighting against a mountainous background and a river with a boat . This is a detailed and busy tableau deeply carved and conceived as a fast moving and life -like battle scene where you can sense the energy and aggression .In very good condition, this 19C. carving is a highly desirable object. size: 7 1/2 inches (19.5cm) high , maximum diameter of the tusk at the to ...click for details
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