ID 718624
Lot 1248 | A WHITE JADE DUCK-FORM BOX AND COVER
Estimate value
$ 10 000 – 15 000
19TH CENTURY
The box and cover are carved in the form of a duck with raised head standing amidst tall leaves. The feathers are finely incised and the openwork leaf stems are delicately rendered.
4 1⁄4 in. (10.7 cm.) high, hardwood stand, fitted cloth box
Provenance
Acquired in New York, 1980s.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
| Place of origin: | China, Eastern Asia, Asia |
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| Auction house category: | All other types of objects |
| Place of origin: | China, Eastern Asia, Asia |
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| Auction house category: | All other types of objects |
| Address of auction |
CHRISTIE'S 8 King Street, St. James's SW1Y 6QT London United Kingdom | |
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