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330. A Carved Hornbill Skull, 19th Century This is a 19th Century hand-carved hornbill skull from China. It features hand-carved figures in a landscape with an ox. Hornbill ivory is very rare and was extremely popular in China and the East Indies. The ivory, also known as Ho-ting, is a hard substance which is contained above the beak of the helmeted Hornbill. Gradually, as the bird grows older it develops a helmet on the top of the skull, which turns into a gleaming red color. Hornbill ivory first appeared in Chinese records during the Ming Dynasty, reserved only for royalty in hair ornaments, buttons and general decoration. This item has two malachite disks set into the eye sockets. Apprx 4-1/2"T x 8"L x 3-1/2"W. 1,500/2,500 Sold: $1,380.00 |
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331. Another Carved Hornbill Skull, C. 19th Century This c. 19th Century hand-carved hornbill skull is also from China. It features three figures in a wooded landscape. Hornbill ivory is very rare and was extremely popular in China and the East Indies. The ivory, also known as Ho-ting, is a hard substance which is contained above the beak of the helmeted Hornbill. Gradually, as the bird grows older it develops a helmet on the top of the skull, which turns into a gleaming red color. Hornbill ivory first appeared in Chinese records during the Ming Dynasty, reserved only for royalty in hair ornaments, buttons and general decoration. This item has two malachite disks set into the eye sockets. Apprx 4-1/4"T x 8"L x 3-1/2"W. 1,500/2,500 Sold: $1,380.00 |
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332. Oriental Inlay Travel Chest, Circa Early 20th Century This travel jewelry chest has mother of pearl inlay throughout and a red lacquered finish. The lid lifts open revealing a mirror and the front two quarters open to reveal ten hidden compartments. Brass hinges, corners and pull decorate the chest as well as two handles at the sides for transport. Apprx 8"T x 13"D x 10"W closed. 200/400 Sold: $161.00 |
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333. A Carved Opium Pipe, C. 19th Century A Chinese opium pipe carved of bone with intricate carving of leafy bamboo shoots. Comprised of five sections and two end caps, this pipe is signed under the bowl in a scalloped cartouche. The mounting for the bowl appears to be chased with a forward fire breathing dragon and three men. Apprx 21-1/2"L. 150/300 Sold: $161.00 |
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334. A Japanese Yatate, 20th Century A desk size Japanese brass and copper decorated calligraphy pot has a long handle and reticulated body with a removable copper cylinder. Gourds on the vine are throughout. The calligraphy brush goes in the long tube. Overall apprx 7"T x 16"L x 4-1/2"W. 100/150 Sold: $132.25 |
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335. Another Group of Carved Coral, C. 19th Century A carved figural in coral of a goddess with two male figures in a fruit tree. Apprx 7"H x 5-1/2"W, unmarked or signed. The second is another goddess also standing in a fruit branch. Apprx 7"T. 150/200 Sold: $120.75 |
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336. A Pair Of Carved Coral Kaun Yin, C. Late 19th Century Both carved goddesses stand on wooden bases. Flowing robes and ornate hair. One is apprx 6-1/4"T with base, the second is apprx 5-1/4"T with base. Unmarked and unsigned. Cream colored with light yellow toning. 200/300 Sold: $103.50 |
