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  • Beaded Coral Finial
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 289

    Beaded Coral Finial

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Jade Carving of a Squirrel with Grapes
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 290

    Jade Carving of a Squirrel with Grapes

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Jade Lion and Cub
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 291

    Jade Lion and Cub

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Four Jade Shishi   Carvings
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 292

    Four Jade Shishi Carvings

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Rock Crystal Carving of a Mandarin Duck
    Estimate
    $250 - $300
    Lot 293

    Rock Crystal Carving of a Mandarin Duck

    Est.
    $250 - $300
  • Jade Belt Buckle
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 294

    Jade Belt Buckle

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Small Agate Carving of a Squirrel
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $4,000
    Lot 295

    Small Agate Carving of a Squirrel

    Est.
    $3,000 - $4,000
  • Jade Brush Washer
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 296

    Jade Brush Washer

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Jade "Baby" Lock Pendant
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 297

    Jade "Baby" Lock Pendant

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Hardstone and Agate Prayer Beads
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 298

    Hardstone and Agate Prayer Beads

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Lapis Lazuli and Carnelian Court Necklace, Chao Zhu
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,200
    Lot 299

    Lapis Lazuli and Carnelian Court Necklace, Chao Zhu

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,200
  • Jade Bird
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 300

    Jade Bird

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Miniature Jade Teapot
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 301

    Miniature Jade Teapot

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Jade Carving of Three Rams with a Pearl
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 302

    Jade Carving of Three Rams with a Pearl

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Nephrite Jade Gourd
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 303

    Nephrite Jade Gourd

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Jade Figure of Guanyin
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 304

    Jade Figure of Guanyin

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Carved Turquoise Mythical Beast and Jade Rooster
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 305

    Carved Turquoise Mythical Beast and Jade Rooster

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Two Soapstone Carvings
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 306

    Two Soapstone Carvings

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Nephrite Jade Double Melon
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 307

    Nephrite Jade Double Melon

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Nephrite Jade Openwork Pendant
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 308

    Nephrite Jade Openwork Pendant

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Hand Mirror with Dragon Belt Hook Handle
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 309

    Hand Mirror with Dragon Belt Hook Handle

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • White Nephrite Jade Openwork Dragon Pendant
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 310

    White Nephrite Jade Openwork Dragon Pendant

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Jade Qilin   with Cub
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 311

    Jade Qilin with Cub

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Hardstone Cat
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 312

    Hardstone Cat

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Nephrite Jade Pebble Pendant
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 313

    Nephrite Jade Pebble Pendant

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Jade Dragon Belt Buckle
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 314

    Jade Dragon Belt Buckle

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Soapstone Figure of Shoulao
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 315

    Soapstone Figure of Shoulao

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Jade Rectangular Openwork Pendant
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 316

    Jade Rectangular Openwork Pendant

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Reticulated Nephrite Jade Belt Plaque
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 317

    Reticulated Nephrite Jade Belt Plaque

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Five Jade Hair Pins
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,500
    Lot 318

    Five Jade Hair Pins

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,500
  • Carved Coral Vase
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $8,000
    Lot 319

    Carved Coral Vase

    Est.
    $6,000 - $8,000
  • Jade Lotus and a Chalcedony Plaque
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 320

    Jade Lotus and a Chalcedony Plaque

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Nephrite Jade Brush Washer
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 321

    Nephrite Jade Brush Washer

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Gilt-brass Hook Bracelet with Three Tourmaline Insets
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 322

    Gilt-brass Hook Bracelet with Three Tourmaline Insets

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Jade Belt Buckle
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 323

    Jade Belt Buckle

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • White Jadeite Dome
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 324

    White Jadeite Dome

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Jade Brush Washer
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 325

    Jade Brush Washer

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Two Hardstone Carvings
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 326

    Two Hardstone Carvings

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Jade Figure of a Dog
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 327

    Jade Figure of a Dog

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Four Hardstone Carvings
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 328

    Four Hardstone Carvings

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Nephrite Jade Shishi
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 329

    Nephrite Jade Shishi

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Nephrite Jade Peach
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 330

    Nephrite Jade Peach

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Jadeite Archer's Ring
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 331

    Jadeite Archer's Ring

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Archaic-style Carved Jade Dragon Plaque
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,500
    Lot 332

    Archaic-style Carved Jade Dragon Plaque

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,500
  • Archaic-style Carved Jade Dragon Plaque
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,500
    Lot 333

    Archaic-style Carved Jade Dragon Plaque

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,500
  • Archaic-style Carved Jade Dragon Plaque
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 334

    Archaic-style Carved Jade Dragon Plaque

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Pair of Spinach Green Covered Vessels
    Estimate
    $50,000 - $70,000
    Lot 335

    Pair of Spinach Green Covered Vessels

    Est.
    $50,000 - $70,000
  • Rock Crystal Chop with Xiezhi
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 336

    Rock Crystal Chop with Xiezhi

    Est.
    $300 - $500

Auction Description

Asian Works of Art by Bonhams Skinner
Highlights from the sale include many excellent jades and textiles. Outstanding examples in these two areas are the large pair of spinach green jade archaic covered vessels and an Imperial mid-night blue robe. Several important Han and Tang dynasty pottery pieces are a large Han prancing horse, and a rare, small Tang flask. Another strong area in the sale are fine examples of Korean ceramics including an exceptional dragon vase. Other highlights include a fine early Thanka and a Qianlong celestial vase. Among Japanese works offered are two exquisite cloisonné vases from the Ando and Hayashi workshops, as well as a pair of Meiji period mixed metal vases. Previewed with this sale will be the online auction of over 200 Japanese prints dating from the 18th to the 21st centuries. Read more
Bonhams Skinner
Boston, MA 02116
United States

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Phone:+16173505400

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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