8th Oct, 2020 12:30
The Asian Works of Art Auction
A LOT OF FIVE CHINESE IVORY CARVINGS
19TH CENTURY CHINESE IVORY CARVING,
modelled with a figure and concentric ball section, 18cm high, along with four other ivory carvings (5)
A condition report is offered as an indication of any issues visible to the naked eye. As none of our staff is a professional conservator or restorer, buyers must satisfy themselves in respect of condition. The condition report does not form part of any contract between McTear's and the buyer, and all lots are offered "as is" in accordance with our Terms of Business available on our website.
Sold for £180
Estimated at £100 - £200
Condition Report
The ivory section with concentric ball shows an area of repair to the top of the ball, pictured, also the piece atop the figure's head has losses and an area 'filled in', also pictured.
The inner ball of the concentric ball has been glued to the outer ball. The inner balls cannot be inspected, assumed imperfect.
The chess piece with snake headdress has losses. The other figures all have cracks evident in additional images uploaded.
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