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SUMMER LIVE AUCTION JULY 3RD, 2024 - 1ST SESSION - ASIAN ART

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Lot 365 - Jarrón de marfil tallado y plata con esmalte, s.XIX - Made during the early nineteenth century. It has a wide foot composed of four lotus petals on which is arranged a rounded body, adorned with reliefs of Buddhist celestial deities, made with attention to detail and realism. On this, starting from lobed shoulders decorated with colored enamels, rises an elongated and narrow neck that ends in a wide flared mouth adorned with fine details of bunches and ribbons. On both sides of the body, two dragons with incised details and in relief, with coiled bodies and large open jaws, are arranged as handles. Measurements: 36,5 x 10,2 x 11 cm. Total weight: 976 g It is very important that our Users know that all the ivories, both carved and uncarved, that we put in our auction have been thoroughly reviewed and studied by our experts, requesting all the necessary information to determine that these pieces have not been obtained illegally and that they meet all the necessary requirements of the Cites and Soivre legislation on animal protection. In the case of antiques, processed specimens acquired prior to the entry into force of the Regulation, i.e. before June 1, 1947, would be exempted from the prohibition indicated in the previous paragraphs. The competent authorities indicate that no CITES certificate is required in this case. All our lots of old ivories are accompanied by a Certificate of Guarantee of Origin prior to 1947. There are a number of exceptions to this prohibition, provided that it can be reliably demonstrated that the specimens have been acquired or introduced in Spain before January 1, 1986. At present, in Spain, ivory pieces cannot be sold without CITES documentation, except as indicated above.

Estim. 500 - 1 000 EUR

Lot 366 - Figura de marfil tallado "Embarcación", ppo. s.XX - Carved ivory figure with wooden base; made during the first third of the 20th century. It shows a boat with eight characters and a small recumbent deer, all of them, carved with great attention to detail and mastery, performing activities or carrying items in their hands. A young lady, located in the prow, stretches a long chain, also of carved ivory. Size: 17,5 x 9,1 x 55,5 cm; Size with pedestal: 20 x 10,7 x 55,5 cm. Weight: 1721 g; Weight with stand: 2674 g It is very important that our Users know that all the ivories, both carved and uncarved, that we put in our auction have been thoroughly reviewed and studied by our experts, requesting all the necessary information to determine that these pieces have not been obtained illegally and that they meet all the necessary requirements of the Cites and Soivre legislation on animal protection. In the case of antiques, processed specimens acquired prior to the entry into force of the Regulation, i.e. before June 1, 1947, would be exempted from the prohibition indicated in the previous paragraphs. The competent authorities indicate that no CITES certificate is required in this case. All our lots of old ivories are accompanied by a Certificate of Guarantee of Origin prior to 1947. There are a number of exceptions to this prohibition, provided that it can be reliably demonstrated that the specimens have been acquired or introduced in Spain before January 1, 1986. At present, in Spain, ivory pieces cannot be sold without CITES documentation, except as indicated above.

Estim. 400 - 600 EUR

Lot 367 - Colmillo de marfil tallado "Inmortales" sobre peana madera, s.XIX - Large carved ivory tusk of an elephant on a wooden base. Made at the end of the XIX century. It shows hundreds of small carvings representing characters known as "the immortals" arranged on a sea of clouds and accompanied by attributes and mythological beasts. The immortals are surrounded by figures of animals and trees on clouds. The support is damaged. Length: 196 cm (curved) Weight: 19,295 Kg It is very important that our Users know that all the ivories, both carved and uncarved, that we put in our auction have been thoroughly reviewed and studied by our experts, requesting all the necessary information to determine that these pieces have not been obtained illegally and that they fulfill all the necessary requirements of the Cites and Soivre legislation of animal protection. In the case of antiques, processed specimens acquired prior to the entry into force of the Regulation, i.e. before June 1, 1947, would be exempted from the prohibition indicated in the previous paragraphs. The competent authorities indicate that no CITES certificate is required in this case. All our lots of old ivories are accompanied by a Certificate of Guarantee of Origin prior to 1947. There are a number of exceptions to this prohibition, provided that it can be reliably demonstrated that the specimens have been acquired or introduced in Spain before January 1, 1986. At present, in Spain, ivory pieces cannot be sold without CITES documentation, except as indicated above.

Estim. 6 500 - 10 000 EUR

Lot 368 - Pareja de tallas de marfil "Fénix sobre rama", ppo. s.XX - Pair of elegant birds carved in ivory made during the first third of the twentieth century. They are shown on a large base adorned with beautiful flowering peonies, twisted branches and steep rocks, two large phoenixes with serene expression, almond-shaped eyes, tilted head and wings gathered on the body. In their beaks they hold branches of ruyis. Measures: 25,9 x 6,7 x 8,2 cm; 26 x 7,2 x 8,3 cm Weight: 579 g It is very important that our Users know that all the ivories, both carved and uncarved, that we put in our auction have been thoroughly reviewed and studied by our experts, requesting all the necessary information to determine that these pieces have not been obtained illegally and that they meet all the necessary requirements of the Cites and Soivre legislation on animal protection. In the case of antiques, processed specimens acquired prior to the entry into force of the Regulation, i.e. before June 1, 1947, would be exempted from the prohibition indicated in the previous paragraphs. The competent authorities indicate that no CITES certificate is required in this case. All our lots of old ivories are accompanied by a Certificate of Guarantee of Origin prior to 1947. There are a number of exceptions to this prohibition, provided that it can be reliably demonstrated that the specimens have been acquired or introduced in Spain before January 1, 1986. At present, in Spain, ivory pieces cannot be sold without CITES documentation, except as indicated above.

Estim. 400 - 800 EUR

Lot 369 - Figura de marfil tallado "Dos jóvenes damas", s. XIX - XX - Ivory carving made in the late nineteenth century - early twentieth century, with carved and fretworked wooden base. It shows the image of two beautiful young women dressed in long robes and beautiful headdresses. One of them is seated, with one hand stroking her hair and the other holding an open book. The second, older and larger, holds in her right hand a large branch of flowers and large pomegranate fruits, in her left hand she carries a basket with small flowers. Both figures show kindness in their faces. It has a seal on the base of the figure. Measures: 39,2 x 8,2 x 9,8 cm; Measures with stand: 42,4 x 10 x 12 cm. Weight with stand: 2048 g It is very important that our Users know that all the ivories, both carved and uncarved, that we put in our auction have been thoroughly reviewed and studied by our experts, requesting all the necessary information to determine that these pieces have not been obtained illegally and that they meet all the necessary requirements of the Cites and Soivre legislation on animal protection. In the case of antiques, processed specimens acquired prior to the entry into force of the Regulation, i.e. before June 1, 1947, would be exempted from the prohibition indicated in the previous paragraphs. The competent authorities indicate that no CITES certificate is required in this case. All our lots of antique ivories are accompanied by a Certificate of Guarantee of Origin prior to 1947. There are a number of exceptions to this prohibition, it is that it can be demonstrated that the specimens have been acquired or introduced in Spain before January 1, 1986. At present, in Spain, ivory pieces cannot be sold without CITES documentation, except as indicated above.

Estim. 400 - 700 EUR

Lot 370 - Figura de marfil tallado "Guerrera china", ppo. s.XX - Figure of carved ivory, made in the first third of the twentieth century. It shows, with meticulous and fine carving work, a Chinese warrior goddess, dressed in a long robe finely embroidered with floral motifs. She carries on her back a quiver and banners that look like large wings. The head is adorned with a long feather arranged with a large crown from which hang ribbons and ornaments. Measurements: 23,4 x 6,2 x 10,2 cm. Weight: 680 g It is very important that our Users know that all the ivories, both carved and uncarved, that we put in our auction have been thoroughly reviewed and studied by our experts, requesting all the necessary information to determine that these pieces have not been obtained illegally and that they meet all the necessary requirements of the Cites and Soivre legislation on animal protection. In the case of antiques, processed specimens acquired prior to the entry into force of the Regulation, i.e. before June 1, 1947, would be exempted from the prohibition indicated in the previous paragraphs. The competent authorities indicate that no CITES certificate is required in this case. All our lots of old ivories are accompanied by a Certificate of Guarantee of Origin prior to 1947. There are a number of exceptions to this prohibition, provided that it can be reliably demonstrated that the specimens have been acquired or introduced in Spain before January 1, 1986. At present, in Spain, ivory pieces cannot be sold without CITES documentation, except as indicated above.

Estim. 300 - 600 EUR

Lot 371 - Figura de marfil tallado "Poblado entre las montañas", ppo. s.XX - Ivory carved in the shape of a bivalve shell with a landscape inside. Made during the first third of the 20th century. With the shape of a clam or shell that opens, it shows inside an elongated scene that takes place in a steep mountain, full of leafy trees and flowering branches, where small characters are distributed performing multiple activities. With wooden base. Measures: 30,2 x 8 x 9,8 cm; Measures with base: 32,5 x 10 x 11,4 cm. Weight: 1577 g; Weight with stand: 1690 g It is very important that our Users know that all the ivories, both carved and uncarved, that we put in our auction have been thoroughly reviewed and studied by our experts, requesting all the necessary information to determine that these pieces have not been obtained illegally and that they fulfill all the necessary requirements of the Cites and Soivre legislation of animal protection. In the case of antiques, processed specimens acquired prior to the entry into force of the Regulation, i.e. before June 1, 1947, would be exempted from the prohibition indicated in the previous paragraphs. The competent authorities indicate that no CITES certificate is required in this case. All our lots of old ivories are accompanied by a Certificate of Guarantee of Origin prior to 1947. There are a number of exceptions to this prohibition, provided that it can be reliably demonstrated that the specimens have been acquired or introduced in Spain before January 1, 1986. At present, in Spain, ivory pieces cannot be sold without CITES documentation, except as indicated above.

Estim. 450 - 500 EUR

Lot 372 - Figura de marfil tallado "Anciano", ppo. s.XX - Figure of carved ivory on wooden base; made in the first third of the twentieth century. It shows an old man with a gentle and cheerful look, dressed in long tunics and wearing a traditional hat. He is seated on a rock, with his left hand holding a bouquet of flowers, while with his right hand he caresses his long beard. Measurements: 19.3 x 10 x 11 cm Weight: 634 g It is very important that our Users know that all the ivories, both carved and uncarved, that we put in our auction have been thoroughly reviewed and studied by our experts, requesting all the necessary information to determine that these pieces have not been obtained illegally and that they meet all the necessary requirements of the Cites and Soivre legislation on animal protection. In the case of antiques, processed specimens acquired prior to the entry into force of the Regulation, i.e. before June 1, 1947, would be exempted from the prohibition indicated in the previous paragraphs. The competent authorities indicate that no CITES certificate is required in this case. All our lots of old ivories are accompanied by a Certificate of Guarantee of Origin prior to 1947. There are a number of exceptions to this prohibition, provided that it can be reliably demonstrated that the specimens have been acquired or introduced in Spain before January 1, 1986. At present, in Spain, ivory pieces cannot be sold without CITES documentation, except as indicated above.

Estim. 200 - 400 EUR

Lot 374 - Figura de marfil tallado "Niño y pescador", ppo. s.XX - Figure of carved ivory with wooden base made in the first third of the twentieth century. It shows an old man, with a long beard and gathered hair, dressed in a long tunic in which a small child is hidden. The man carries in his left hand an elongated rod from which hang freshly caught fish, as well as in his right hand, loaded with fish and a large basket. The attention to detail reflects the movement of the fish and the tunic, bringing great dynamism to the composition. With inscription on the base. Measures: 20 x 4,7 x 5,8 cm; Measures with base: 21,6 x 6,7 x 8 cm. Weight: 191 g; Weight with stand: 232 g It is very important that our Users know that all the ivories, both carved and uncarved, that we put in our auction have been thoroughly reviewed and studied by our experts, requesting all the necessary information to determine that these pieces have not been obtained illegally and that they meet all the necessary requirements of the Cites and Soivre legislation on animal protection. In the case of antiques, processed specimens acquired prior to the entry into force of the Regulation, i.e. before June 1, 1947, would be exempted from the prohibition indicated in the previous paragraphs. The competent authorities indicate that no CITES certificate is required in this case. All our lots of old ivories are accompanied by a Certificate of Guarantee of Origin prior to 1947. There are a number of exceptions to this prohibition, provided that it can be reliably demonstrated that the specimens have been acquired or introduced in Spain before January 1, 1986. At present, in Spain, ivory pieces cannot be sold without CITES documentation, except as indicated above.

Estim. 140 - 200 EUR

Lot 377 - Cilindro de marfil tallado "Dragones", ppo. s.XX - Ivory figure of cylindrical shape, made during the first third of the twentieth century, hollow inside, and decorated on the outside with carved reliefs. It shows the image of fierce dragons with coiled bodies and sharp claws, flying over a sea of coiled clouds. The scales of the dragons' skin are worked with different textures. The piece has a tear in the upper part. Measures: 23 cm; Diameter: 12,4 cm (approx). Weight: 732 g It is very important that our Users know that all the ivories, both carved and uncarved, that we put in our auction have been thoroughly reviewed and studied by our experts, requesting all the necessary information to determine that these pieces have not been obtained illegally and that they meet all the necessary requirements of the Cites and Soivre legislation on animal protection. In the case of antiques, processed specimens acquired prior to the entry into force of the Regulation, i.e. before June 1, 1947, would be exempted from the prohibition indicated in the previous paragraphs. The competent authorities indicate that no CITES certificate is required in this case. All our lots of antique ivories are accompanied by a Certificate of Guarantee of Origin prior to 1947. There are a number of exceptions to this prohibition, it is that it can be demonstrated that the specimens have been acquired or introduced in Spain before January 1, 1986. At present, in Spain, ivory pieces cannot be sold without CITES documentation, except as indicated above.

Estim. 250 - 400 EUR