Lot 193 , A Chinese export ivory brise fan, 19th century, L. 18.3cm

A Chinese export ivory brise fan, 19th century, pierced and carved in low relief with figures amid pavilions and trees, L. 18.3cm
Estimate £200-300

The ivory is a little grubby in places. There are a few small losses to the vertical ribs on the sticks. The ribbon has been replaced with cotton threads.
Otherwise in good condition.


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Sold for £420