No. 18360621
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Superb and large Cantonese ball, ivory (12 Balls, H 23 cm, Diameter 7 cm), China, Canton, circa 1890-1900.
Superb and large Cantonese ball, ivory (12 Balls, H 23 c, Diameter 7 cm), China, Canton, circa 1890-1900.
Exceptional Cantonese ball on leg.
12 balls carved into one another + 11 small outer balls carved all around the central ball decorated with coiled dragons and floral decoration.
Extremely delicate craftsmanship and incredible precision.
On its original leg, another ball with 4 balls inside and 3 plates.
Period: 19th century
Condition: Perfect condition
Material: Ivory
Diameter: 7 cm
Height: 23 cm
Weight: 180 g
Expert report included.
With TPS file.
Pre-convention: specimen made prior to 01/06/1947 complying with
regulation CE 338/97 of 9/12/1996.
Careful, tracked shipping with signature and insurance.
No. 18360621
Sold
Superb and large Cantonese ball, ivory (12 Balls, H 23 cm, Diameter 7 cm), China, Canton, circa 1890-1900.
Superb and large Cantonese ball, ivory (12 Balls, H 23 c, Diameter 7 cm), China, Canton, circa 1890-1900.
Exceptional Cantonese ball on leg.
12 balls carved into one another + 11 small outer balls carved all around the central ball decorated with coiled dragons and floral decoration.
Extremely delicate craftsmanship and incredible precision.
On its original leg, another ball with 4 balls inside and 3 plates.
Period: 19th century
Condition: Perfect condition
Material: Ivory
Diameter: 7 cm
Height: 23 cm
Weight: 180 g
Expert report included.
With TPS file.
Pre-convention: specimen made prior to 01/06/1947 complying with
regulation CE 338/97 of 9/12/1996.
Careful, tracked shipping with signature and insurance.
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