A CARVED BAMBOO ROOT 'LION' CUP

Lot 3046
07.06.2022 12:00UTC +08:00
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HKD 100 800
AuctioneerCHRISTIE'S
Event locationHong Kong, Hong Kong
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ID 778747
Lot 3046 | A CARVED BAMBOO ROOT 'LION' CUP
Estimate value
HKD 80 000 – 120 000
The recumbent lion is carved with its head turned to the side and the face detailed with bulging eyes and teeth bared. A cub is clambering cheerfully on its side. The top of the lion's head is flat to form the base of the cup, and the underside is hollowed and lined with metal to serve as the receptacle.
5 5/16 in. (13.5 cm.) wide, box
Address of auction CHRISTIE'S
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