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  • Bamboo Birdcage
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 381

    Bamboo Birdcage

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Ornate Wood Lantern with Kingfisher Feather
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 382

    Ornate Wood Lantern with Kingfisher Feather

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Scroll Box
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,500
    Lot 383

    Scroll Box

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,500
  • Rosewood Bitong   Brush Pot
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 384

    Rosewood Bitong Brush Pot

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Carved Bamboo Brush Pot
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 385

    Carved Bamboo Brush Pot

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Small Carved Wood Stand
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 386

    Small Carved Wood Stand

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Olive Pit Carving of a Boat
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 387

    Olive Pit Carving of a Boat

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Carved Lacquered Wood Ink Bottle
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 388

    Carved Lacquered Wood Ink Bottle

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Carved Lacquer Lamp Vase
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 389

    Carved Lacquer Lamp Vase

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Pair of Two-color Lacquered Bookends
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 390

    Pair of Two-color Lacquered Bookends

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Three Lacquer Boxes
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 391

    Three Lacquer Boxes

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Carved Cinnabar Lidded Box
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 392

    Carved Cinnabar Lidded Box

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Carved Horn Figure of Shoulao
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 393

    Carved Horn Figure of Shoulao

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Openwork Horn Carving of Shrimp and Crabs
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 394

    Openwork Horn Carving of Shrimp and Crabs

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Shibayama Inlaid Horn Vase
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 395

    Shibayama Inlaid Horn Vase

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Togidashi Maki-e Miniature Chest
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 396

    Togidashi Maki-e Miniature Chest

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Two-case Maki-e Inro
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 397

    Two-case Maki-e Inro

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Lacquered Box in the Shape of an Eggplant
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 398

    Lacquered Box in the Shape of an Eggplant

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Five-case Maki-e   Inro
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 399

    Five-case Maki-e Inro

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Six-case Maki-e   Inro
    Estimate
    $300 - $400
    Lot 400

    Six-case Maki-e Inro

    Est.
    $300 - $400
  • Five-case Maki-e   Inro
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 401

    Five-case Maki-e Inro

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Togidashi Maki-e   Stationery Box
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 402

    Togidashi Maki-e Stationery Box

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Five-case Maki-e   Inro with Netsuke and Ojime
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 403

    Five-case Maki-e Inro with Netsuke and Ojime

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Maki-e   Box
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 404

    Maki-e Box

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Carved Wood Inro
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 405

    Carved Wood Inro

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Three Decorative Items
    Estimate
    $150 - $250
    Lot 406

    Three Decorative Items

    Est.
    $150 - $250
  • Three Small Carved Items
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 407

    Three Small Carved Items

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Small Jade Openwork Ornament
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 408

    Small Jade Openwork Ornament

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Jade Carving of Guanyin
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 409

    Jade Carving of Guanyin

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Stone Figure of Buddha
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 410

    Stone Figure of Buddha

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Soapstone Carving of Shoulao
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 411

    Soapstone Carving of Shoulao

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Coral Carving of Guanyin
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 412

    Coral Carving of Guanyin

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Coral Figure of Guanyin
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 413

    Coral Figure of Guanyin

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Jadeite Pendant
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 414

    Jadeite Pendant

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Nephrite Jade Openwork Figure of Two Cats
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 415

    Nephrite Jade Openwork Figure of Two Cats

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Jade Carving of a Dog
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 416

    Jade Carving of a Dog

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Jade Reclining Horse
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 417

    Jade Reclining Horse

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Mottled Green Hardstone Brush Washer
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 418

    Mottled Green Hardstone Brush Washer

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Nephrite Jade Ruyi  Scepter
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 419

    Nephrite Jade Ruyi Scepter

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Nephrite Jade Dragon Belt Buckle
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 420

    Nephrite Jade Dragon Belt Buckle

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • White Jade Water Dropper
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 421

    White Jade Water Dropper

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Miniature Nephrite Jade Ruyi   Scepter
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 422

    Miniature Nephrite Jade Ruyi Scepter

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Nephrite Jade Carving of Sponge Gourd
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 423

    Nephrite Jade Carving of Sponge Gourd

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Nephrite Jade Dragon Belt Hook
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 424

    Nephrite Jade Dragon Belt Hook

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Yellow Jadeite Pebble
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 425

    Yellow Jadeite Pebble

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Jadeite Pendant
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 426

    Jadeite Pendant

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Lapis Lazuli Carving of an Official
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 427

    Lapis Lazuli Carving of an Official

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Jadeite Carving of Qilin
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 428

    Jadeite Carving of Qilin

    Est.
    $500 - $700

Auction Description

Asian Works of Art by Bonhams Skinner
Preview Times September 12, 12PM – 5PM September 13, 12PM – 7PM September 14, 9AM – 10AM Leading the ceramics offered in this auction is a rare Ming dynasty, green-ground, iron-red decorated double gourd vase. We are also featuring several important Kangxi period vases and bowls, as well as fine examples from the Republic period. Early Persian ceramics from a prominent New England collection are also featured in this auction. Other highlights include a collection of exquisite Chinese bronze censers and vessels, another of Ming and Qing dynasty Buddhist bronze sculptures, and selections of jades, textiles, scholar’s rocks, paintings and furniture. We are delighted to offer four Korean painted folding screens, and a rare early Japanese Kano school six-panel screen painting. Contact Us 508.970.3263 asian@skinnerinc.com Read more
Bonhams Skinner
Boston, MA 02116
United States

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Phone:+1 6173505400

Buyer’s Premium

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$0 25.00

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$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$300,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000

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Terms & Conditions

1. Some of the lots in this sale are offered subject to a reserve. The reserve is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the consignor and Skinner, Inc. below which the lot will not be sold. In most cases, the reserve will be set below the estimated range, but in no case will it exceed the estimates listed. A representative of Skinner, Inc. will execute such reserves by bidding for the consignor. In any event and whether or not a lot is subject to a reserve, the auctioneer may reject any bid or raise not commensurate with the value of such lot.

2. All property is sold “as is,” and neither the auctioneer nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property, and in no event shall they be responsible for the correctness, nor deemed to have made any representation or warranty, of description, genuineness, authorship, attribution, provenance, period, culture, source, origin, or condition of the property and no statement made at the sale, or in the bill of sale, or invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty of representation or an assumption of liability.

3. Except as provided in paragraph 1 above, the highest bidder as determined by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the case of a disputed bid, the auctioneer shall have sole discretion in determining the purchaser and may also, at his or her election, withdraw the lot or reoffer the lot for sale. The auctioneer shall have sole discretion to refuse any bid, or refuse to acknowledge any bidder. Any bidder that plans on spending in excess of $100,000 should make arrangements with the accounting department at least five (5) days in advance of the sale, as a deposit may be required to participate.

4. All merchandise purchased must be paid for and removed from the premises the day of the auction. Skinner Inc. may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly interest charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or item lot not paid for within thirty-five (35) days of the date of sale. Skinner, Inc. shall have no liability for any damage or loss to property left on its premises for more than three (3) days from the date of sale. If any property has not been removed within three (3) days from the date of sale, at the option of Skinner, Inc. (a) Skinner Inc., may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly storage charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or portion of a lot not removed within the three days, and/or (b) Skinner Inc. may place the merchandise in a subsequent auction, without Reserve, to be sold to the highest bidder, and after deducting the standard commission and any additional charges that may apply, remit the proceeds to the purchaser.

5. Skinner accepts cash or check for payment. Personal checks will be acceptable only if credit has been established with Skinner, Inc. or if a bank authorization has been received guaranteeing a personal check. Skinner, Inc. reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has cleared the bank. The purchaser agrees to pay Skinner, Inc. a handling charge of $25.00 for any check dishonored by the drawee. Please contact Accounting for additional payment methods. Skinner does not accept payment by credit card for merchandise purchases.

6. If the purchaser breaches any of its obligations under these Conditions of Sale, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price of all items for which it was the highest successful bidder, Skinner Inc. may exercise all of its rights and remedies under the law including, without limitation, (a) canceling the sale and applying any payments made by the purchaser to the damages caused by the purchaser’s breach, and/or (b) offering at public auction, without reserve, any lot or item for which the purchaser has breached any of its obligations, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price, holding the purchaser liable for any deficiency plus all costs of sale.

7. In no event will the liability of Skinner, Inc. to any purchaser with respect to any item exceed the purchase price actually paid by such purchaser for such item.

8. Shipping is the responsibility of the purchaser. Upon request, our staff will provide the list of shippers who deliver to destinations within the United States and overseas. Some property that is sold at auction can be subject to laws governing export from the U.S., such as items that include material from some endangered species. Import restrictions from foreign countries are subject to these same governing laws. Granting of licensing for import or export of goods from local authorities is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Denial or delay of licensing will not constitute cancellation or delay in payment for the total purchase price of these lots.

9. All purchases are subject to the Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Exemption numbers from other states are accepted in Massachusetts if presented with a business card or letterhead. Dealers, museums, and other qualifying parties can apply for a Massachusetts exemption number prior to the auction by contacting the Massachusetts Department of Corporations and Taxation at 100 Cambridge Street in Boston.

10. A premium equal to 23% of the final bid price up to and including $100,000, plus 20% of the final bid price from $100,001 up to and including $1,000,000, plus 12% of the final bid price from $1,000,001 and over will be applied to each lot sold, to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price.

11. Bidding on any item indicates your acceptance of these terms and all other terms printed within, posted, and announced at the time of sale whether bidding in person, through a representative, by phone, by Internet, or other absentee bid.

12. Skinner, Inc. and its consignors make no warranty or representation, express or implied, that the purchaser will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights to any lot sold. Skinner, Inc. expressly reserves the right to reproduce any image of the lots sold in this catalog. The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by or for Skinner, Inc. relating to a lot, including the contents of this catalog, is, and shall remain at all times, the property of Skinner, Inc. and shall not be used by the purchaser, nor by anyone else, without our prior written consent.

13. These conditions of sale shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (excluding the laws applicable to conflicts or choice of law). The buyer/bidder agrees that any suit for the enforcement of this agreement may be brought, and any action against Skinner in connection with the transactions contemplated by this agreement shall be brought, in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or any federal court sitting therein. The bidder/buyer consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts and waives objections that it may now or hereafter have to the venue of any such suit.

Revised January 8, 2014