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  • Fragment of a Schist Frieze
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 147

    Fragment of a Schist Frieze

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Bronze Bust of Buddha
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 148

    Bronze Bust of Buddha

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Gold-lacquered Wood Statue of the Thousand-armed Avalokitesvara
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,500
    Lot 149

    Gold-lacquered Wood Statue of the Thousand-armed Avalok...

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,500
  • Giltwood Statue of Buddha
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 150

    Giltwood Statue of Buddha

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Giltwood Figure of Village Buddha
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 151

    Giltwood Figure of Village Buddha

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Gilt-ironwood Seated Buddha
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    $500 - $700
    Lot 152

    Gilt-ironwood Seated Buddha

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Bronze Figure of Bodhisattva
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    $300 - $500
    Lot 153

    Bronze Figure of Bodhisattva

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Copper Alloy Figure of Chakrasamvara
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 154

    Copper Alloy Figure of Chakrasamvara

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Bronze Figure of a Kneeling Buddhist Devotee
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 155

    Bronze Figure of a Kneeling Buddhist Devotee

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Bronze Statue of Buddha
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 156

    Bronze Statue of Buddha

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Bronze Figure of Buddha
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 157

    Bronze Figure of Buddha

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Bronze Buddha Head
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    $400 - $600
    Lot 158

    Bronze Buddha Head

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Gilt-bronze Statue of Buddha
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,500
    Lot 159

    Gilt-bronze Statue of Buddha

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,500
  • Bronze Buddha Head
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 160

    Bronze Buddha Head

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Gilt-bronze Statue of Buddha
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 161

    Gilt-bronze Statue of Buddha

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Giltwood Standing Buddha
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 162

    Giltwood Standing Buddha

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Giltwood Standing Buddha
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 163

    Giltwood Standing Buddha

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Giltwood Seated Buddha
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 164

    Giltwood Seated Buddha

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Painted Wood Panel
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 165

    Painted Wood Panel

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    $600 - $800
  • Painted Wood Panel
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 166

    Painted Wood Panel

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Painted Wood Panel
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 167

    Painted Wood Panel

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Painted Wood Shrine
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,500
    Lot 168

    Painted Wood Shrine

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,500
  • Three Ritual Bone Apron Ornaments
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 169

    Three Ritual Bone Apron Ornaments

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    $500 - $700
  • Three Ritual Bone Apron Ornaments
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    $500 - $700
    Lot 170

    Three Ritual Bone Apron Ornaments

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Four Ritual Bone Apron Ornaments
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 171

    Four Ritual Bone Apron Ornaments

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Gilt-bronze Figure of Thousand-armed Avalokitesvara
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 172

    Gilt-bronze Figure of Thousand-armed Avalokitesvara

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Parcel-gilt Copper Alloy Figure of Chakrasamvara with Vajravarahi
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 173

    Parcel-gilt Copper Alloy Figure of Chakrasamvara with V...

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Gilt-bronze Figure of Mahakala
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 174

    Gilt-bronze Figure of Mahakala

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Gilt-copper Alloy Repousse Figure of Bhurkumkuta
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 175

    Gilt-copper Alloy Repousse Figure of Bhurkumkuta

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Gilt-bronze/copper Alloy Figure of Jambhala
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 176

    Gilt-bronze/copper Alloy Figure of Jambhala

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Monumental Gilt-bronze Figure of Chakrasamvara with Vajravarahi
    Estimate
    $50,000 - $70,000
    Lot 177

    Monumental Gilt-bronze Figure of Chakrasamvara with Vaj...

    Est.
    $50,000 - $70,000
  • Gilt-copper Alloy Figure of Sitasamvara
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 178

    Gilt-copper Alloy Figure of Sitasamvara

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Gilt-bronze Figure of Tsongkhapa
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 179

    Gilt-bronze Figure of Tsongkhapa

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Two Copper/Brass Gau   Amulet Boxes
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 180

    Two Copper/Brass Gau Amulet Boxes

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Gilt-bronze Figure of Vajradhara
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 181

    Gilt-bronze Figure of Vajradhara

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Gilt-copper Alloy Figure of Maitreya
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 182

    Gilt-copper Alloy Figure of Maitreya

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Parcel-gilt Copper Alloy Figure of Tara
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 183

    Parcel-gilt Copper Alloy Figure of Tara

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Parcel-gilt-bronze Phurba
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 184

    Parcel-gilt-bronze Phurba

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Khotan Long Rug
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 185

    Khotan Long Rug

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Wool Runner Rug
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 186

    Wool Runner Rug

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Wool Rug
    Estimate
    $300 - $400
    Lot 187

    Wool Rug

    Est.
    $300 - $400
  • Chinese Fethiye Rug
    Estimate
    $100 - $150
    Lot 188

    Chinese Fethiye Rug

    Est.
    $100 - $150
  • Fragment of a Kesi   Dragon Robe
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 189

    Fragment of a Kesi Dragon Robe

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Fragment of a Woven Dragon
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 189A

    Fragment of a Woven Dragon

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Three Woman's Accessories
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 190

    Three Woman's Accessories

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Three Embroidered Fan Cases
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 191

    Three Embroidered Fan Cases

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Group of Children's Clothing and Accessories
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 192

    Group of Children's Clothing and Accessories

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Group of Embroidered Silk Purses and Tassels
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 193

    Group of Embroidered Silk Purses and Tassels

    Est.
    $400 - $600

Auction Description

Asian Works of Art by Bonhams Skinner
Preview by appointment only by contacting us at 508.970.3263 or asian@skinnerinc.com. We are excited to offer an exquisite selection of blue and white ceramics ranging from scholar’s objects to impressive vases in our October live Asian auction, many of these coming to us from the collection of Mary Andrews Wolff. The sale also has a focus in Buddhist sculpture with two single-owner Buddhist collections up for auction. One collection includes exceptional examples of Tibetan Buddhist Bronzes, the other notable Laotian, Thai, and Burmese sculptures. Alongside these featured collections buyers will be able to bid on a range of Chinese jades, textiles and accessories, some interesting examples of Korean portraiture, as well as two collections of middle Eastern and central Asian antiquities. Also on offer are rare Japanese textile sample books, several Japanese prints, and a hand-picked selection of Asian art reference books. Contact Us 508.970.3263 asian@skinnerinc.com Read more
Bonhams Skinner
Marlborough, MA 01752
United States

bidsquare@bonhamsskinner.com

Phone:+1 6173505400

Buyer’s Premium

Start Premium (%)
$0 25.00

Bid Increments

Start Increments ($)
$0 $10
$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 25% of the final bid price up to and including $250,000, plus 20% of the final bid price from $250,001 up to and including $3,000,000, plus 12% of the final bid price from $3,000,001 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