9th Dec, 2020 9:30
The December Sale | Fine Art, Antiques & Jewellery
A large Chinese mother of pearl shell, 19th century, finely and intricately carved with numerous figures in varying pursuits to include playing Go, writing calligraphy, on horseback and conversing, amongst others, with buildings and trees, between a wan border and carved pomegranates and flowers, the reverse finely carved with compact blossoming branches, 16cm wide, 23cm high.
Sold for £450
Condition Report
Naturally discoloured on the upper third of the reverse.
A large Chinese mother of pearl shell, 19th century, finely and intricately carved with numerous figures in varying pursuits to include playing Go, writing calligraphy, on horseback and conversing, amongst others, with buildings and trees, between a wan border and carved pomegranates and flowers, the reverse finely carved with compact blossoming branches, 16cm wide, 23cm high.
