A Chinese butterscotch carved amber plaque,
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Description
Age: Qing dynasty 19th century
Description: A beautiful Chinese butterscotch semi-opaque amber plaque. Well carved in low relief in the form of a curled mythological beast with rolling waves. Irregular ovoid shape largely conforming to the animal's body shape with flat plain verso. With old silver chain. approx. 20 grams weight of amber without chain
Size: 2 3/8", 6 cm
Provenance: From a South Florida home
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The absence of a condition report does not imply good or bad condition however a condition report may be requested as additional information about any lot. Please understand that any statement about condition is provided to a prospective buyer as a courtesy and a prospective buyer is encouraged to have a professional restorer or art conservator evaluate lots and their respective condition to make sure they meet any particular expectations. All lots are sold as-is where is. Please note this Sale is conducted in USD. All Canadian customers will have the option of paying the CAD equivalent.
Description: A beautiful Chinese butterscotch semi-opaque amber plaque. Well carved in low relief in the form of a curled mythological beast with rolling waves. Irregular ovoid shape largely conforming to the animal's body shape with flat plain verso. With old silver chain. approx. 20 grams weight of amber without chain
Size: 2 3/8", 6 cm
Provenance: From a South Florida home
PLEASE REQUEST ADDITIONAL PHOTOS OR A CONDITION REPORT AS NEEDED.
The absence of a condition report does not imply good or bad condition however a condition report may be requested as additional information about any lot. Please understand that any statement about condition is provided to a prospective buyer as a courtesy and a prospective buyer is encouraged to have a professional restorer or art conservator evaluate lots and their respective condition to make sure they meet any particular expectations. All lots are sold as-is where is. Please note this Sale is conducted in USD. All Canadian customers will have the option of paying the CAD equivalent.
Condition
Lot 61: The plaque is in overall good condition with crazing commensurate with age. It has minor chip on the back side of it.
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A Chinese butterscotch carved amber plaque,
Estimate $600 - $800
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