European & American Fine Art and Antiques Including Russian & Asian Works
May 18th-19th, 2010
 
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LOT 593
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Lot 593
AN IMPRESSIVE CHINESE CARVED IVORY SAGE AND TIGER, 20TH CENTURY. The finely sculpted figure carved in the round depicted in seated form reading beside a tiger below a reticulated smoky canopy eminating from a gourd. Incised chop mark on base. Height excluding plinth 10.5 inches (27 cm). Weight 5 pounds, 4 ounces.
Estimate:  $2,500 - 3,500   € 1,875 - 2,625
Price Realized: $5,040.00
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