Lot 1440 , A pair of 19th century Chinese finely carved ivory lidded pots, 12.5cm high and Japanese ceramics

A pair of 19th century Chinese finely carved ivory lidded pots, 12.5cm high and Japanese ceramics
Estimate £300-500

The figural finial has a hand missing and and chips to the sleeve and tail missing to the bear. Chips to the bottom edge of the coat and the feet are missing. Both covers have cracks to the edges. The carved ivory covers are in good condition considering the finials are missing and still have much of their original staining. The main body of the pots cracks from the base. The carving appears to be in good condition with original staining to the top, base and various parts of the carving. The interior has original staining to the sides and base.


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Sold for £600