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(4) Chinese Carved Tiger'S Eye & Hardstone Figures

Price realized
$699
Pre-sale estimate
$150 – $350
Hammer price
$550
Category
Sculptures & Carvings
Sold
January 19, 2024
Sale
New Year Special Auction Event Day 1

Lot description

(lot of 4) Chinese carved brown hardstone figures, animals, and sculptures, each affixed to wood base, including: (2) carved in tiger's eye, (one) covered vessel with winged pixiu finial, over pierced handles with captive rings, dragon heads in relief, (one) depicting three birds of prey on pine branch, (1) Guanyin with staff and flowers, (1) standing foo lion, with captive ring at chin, (measurements inclusive of wood base) largest: approx 9"h, 4.5"w, 2.25"d, smallest: approx 5"h, 2.25"w, 3.25"d, 4.1lbs total Provenance: From the estate of Leslie and Angelyn Smith, Austin, Texas PLEASE NOTE: All of the hardstone figures in this auction are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have small chips and imperfections. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no refunds based on condition. Start Price: $100.00

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.