Rare Ivory Carved Figure of Shaolao, 16th/17th Century
Of tusk form and dressed in long simple robes while holding a tall gnarled staff in one hand and a fan in the other. Affixed to wood stand
height 11.4"
height 29.0 cm
Est. $3000/5000
Realised: $9000Auction Date: 12/01/2014
Provenance: The
* A Large Chinese Carved Ivory Elephant Tusk having pierce carving of immortals amongst pine trees throughout having scrolled decoration at the end with a four-character Jiaqing mark raised on a fitted wood stand. Length 35 1/2 inches.
CARVED TUSK WITH PRESIDENTIAL PRESENTATION Full Sized Tusk on wooden stand, carved in relief with traditional African figures, having an engraved card on the bottom "Felix Houphouet-Boigny, President de la Republique" and inscribed "Avec tout ses complements" (With all his compliments). Label reads "Presented to Professor Bruce McInnes and the Amherst Glee Club on June 23, 1972 by President Felix Houphouet-Boigny of the Republic of the Ivory Coast during the Glee Club's 1972 tour of Africa". 33" long tusk. Very good condition.
Kuang Hsu Elaborately Carved and Oxidized Tusk Ivory Figure, first quarter 20th century, depicting a robed Kwan-yin bearing a rose branch, presented on a circular Chinese carved hardwood display stand in the traditional style, h. 10-1/2".
TWO CHINESE IVORY CARVINGS. One in the form of a clamshell, the interior a scene of people in outdoor life, 3-1/2 in. length, with hardwood plinth; together with an allover small tusk, fitted on a display stand, 7 in. length.
Large Ivory Carved Landscape Scene Of tusk-form and carved to depict a village landscape with pagodas and a central pavilion emerging from between the tall pine trees. Wood stand 35" (Length) 89cm (Length)
Exceptional Chinese Polychrome Ivory Figural Tusk Chinese. An elaborately carved and polychrome-painted ivory tusk with multiple figures on a ship on a carved and inlaid wooden stand; with presentation box; lg. 41 in. (104 cm). International shipping is not available for this item. This item will only be shipped within the United States. Condition: Special Auction Notes: U.S bidders may pay with cash personal check money order bank check or wire transfer. Bidders outside the U. S. will be required to pay by wire transfer. No credit cards accepted. Bidders unknown to Cowan??Ts may be asked to provide additional personal identity or banking information.Please register early to allow sufficient time for bidder approval.
Massive Ivory Carved Immortal Of tusk-form rendered to depict an elderly immortal holding a staff and branch of peaches flanked by a young boy riding a deer. Wood stand 35.4" (height) 90cm (height)
ASIAN CARVED IVORY TUSK ON STAND: Single tusk intricately carved as a village scene, the tallest point is an addition to the carving. Custom wood stand. Ivory is 19 1/2'' long, the stand is 21 1/2'' long. 6 1/2h.
Chinese carved elephant ivory tuskThe tusk of convex form, carved to show village with applied ivory pagodas, on silver wire inlaid stand.
ASIAN: INTRICATELY CARVED IVORY TUSK ON STAND, CHINESE, EARLY/ MID 20TH C., DEPICTS NUMEROUS TIERS OR VIGNETTES OF FIGURES PERFORMIN...ASIAN: Intricately carved ivory tusk on stand, Chinese, early/ mid 20th C., depicts numerous tiers or vignettes of figures performing tasks, some on horseback, multiple temples and dwellings all nestled among trees, no signature visible, wear consistent with age and use including scattered checking and possible minor damages, rests on carved and fitted stand, size of tusk only: 4 3/4" h. x 12" w. [NOTE: International clients are ineligible to bid on this item. It is for sale only within the United States except not to CA, NY, NJ. It is the responsibility of any bidder to be aware of any laws or restrictions that may apply to them. It is the responsibility of the buyer to obtain any necessary documentation, permits or paperwork necessary including but not limited to such documents as required to comply with any and all requirements and restrictions imposed by Federal trade regulations related to endangered species prior to finalization of any sale.]
Five carved ivory pieces, 20th C. Pair of seated women on chairs, lions fighting over a ball, intricately carved panel and carved tusk with figural elephants. All on wood stands. Tallest: 9 3/4"
An ivory carving of immortals
The large section of tusk carved and undercut with three registers of Daoist sages and smiling immortals attended by celestial maidens and youthful attendants in a landscape setting scattered with cloud scrolls, with attached wire-inlaid wooden stand.
Height (without stand) 10 3/4in (27.3)
Warthog Tusk Lion Cane: Ca. 1890-Substantial warthog tusk left in its naturally curving shape and adorned with a lion head at the front, silver collar modeled with two prone lions, malacca shaft and a metal ferrule. The combination of strong carving to the head and sleek and curving profile to the tusk lends the lion an intimidating profile and pays tribute to his rightfully acknowledged title King of the Jungle. H. 7 ¼” x 5 ¼”, O. L. 33 ¾” The lion was an icon of bravery, strength and royalty for thousands of years. Lions were worshiped as protectors of humans from evil spirits. No wonder cane makers loved to make lion walking canes! From medieval times, the lion was used in heraldry throughout Europe. Although there are many variations of heraldic lions, there are several major positions of the lion: Rampant (standing on hind legs), passant (walking), statant (standing on four legs), secant (sitting), and couchant (lying down). These postures influenced somewhat the shapes of lions on the walking sticks. Warthog ivory is taken from the constantly growing canine teeth. Each warthog has a pair of teeth in each jaw with the lower teeth being far shorter than the upper teeth. Both pairs grow upwards, with the upper teeth being by far the more spectacular in appearance. The lower pair, however, are the more dangerous: the teeth are straight, sharply pointed, and keep a keen edge by the upper pair rubbing against the lower pair. The tusks, more often the upper set, are worked much in the way of elephant tusks with all designs scaled down. Tusks are carved predominantly for the tourist trade in East and Southern Africa. The male is called a boar, the female a sow, and the young piglets.
Chinese Ivory Carved Tusk Chinese early 20th century. A carved and pierced ivory tusk carving having multiple registers depicting a continuous scene of figures and buildings in a landscape unmarked on wooden stand; ht. 9.75 in. International shipping is not available for this item. This item will only be shipped within the United States except to California.
Chinese carved ivory tusk bridge intricate carving depicts river scene life fitted on a carved ebonized wood stand tusk - 4 1/2 in. H. 11 in. W. Estimate $ 250-350 Additional comments added 4/2/12: *This piece was made in the 20th century. Wear to stand.
CHINESE CARVED IVORY TUSK, OPENWORK BRIDGEChinese carved ivory tusk, openwork design depicting bridge with figures, boat, trees and buildings. Fitted with a hardwood stand. Tusk measures 12 1/2" L. Overall: 13 1/2" L x 1 3/4" D. Late 19th/Early 20th century. This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state, and/or local law. Bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. Please refer to our Terms and Condition: s, clause 10, for additional information.
Condition:
Some slight abrasions to stand. Tusk overall very good condition.
PAIR AFRICAN ELEPHANT IVORY HALF-TUSKS hand carved in the form of male and female figures having elaborate tall hair styles. Each 18'' long in fitted hardwood stands. The carvings are in good condition with light wear throughout and some discoloration. One wood backing has a chip.
ASIAN: CARVED IVORY TUSK ON STAND, JAPANESE, 19TH C., DEPICTS FIGURAL DECORATION TO BOTH SIDES, OBVERSE WITH WOMAN AND CHILD HANDING...ASIAN: Carved ivory tusk on stand, Japanese, 19th C., depicts figural decoration to both sides, obverse with woman and child handing out to two men under a tree, reverse with men, women and children traveling uphill, wear consistent with age and use, missing chips to base of tusk, checking, etc., on fitted wood stand with ebony and gilt decoration, total height: 7 7/8" h., height of tusk only: 6 1/2" h. [NOTE: International clients are ineligible to bid on this item. It is for sale only within the United States except not to CA, NY, NJ. It is the responsibility of any bidder to be aware of any laws or restrictions that may apply to them. It is the responsibility of the buyer to obtain any necessary documentation, permits or paperwork necessary including but not limited to such documents as required to comply with any and all requirements and restrictions imposed by Federal trade regulations related to endangered species prior to finalization of any sale.]
ASIAN: PAIR OF SHIBAYAMA DECORATED IVORY TUSKS ON CUSTOM STANDS, JAPANESE, MEIJI PERIOD, EACH WITH FLOWERING TREES AND BIRDS ON FRONT TO BOTH SIDES, ALL SIMILAR BUT NOT MATCHING, GILT DECORATION THROUGHOUT ALONG WITH ...ASIAN: Pair of Shibayama decorated ivory tusks on custom stands, Japanese, Meiji period, each with flowering trees and birds on front to both sides, all similar but not matching, gilt decoration throughout along with inlaid Mother of Pearl and other decorative hardstone accents, mounted on matching carved and gilt decorated rotating wood bases, wear consistent with age and use including scattered loss of inlay, both with numerous age cracks to top and base, both sold as is, tusk only: 7 5/8" h., overall: 13 1/4" h. [NOTE: International clients are ineligible to bid on this item. It is for sale only within the United States except not to CA, NY, NJ, WA, HI. It is the responsibility of any bidder to be aware of any laws or restrictions that may apply to them. It is the responsibility of the buyer to obtain any necessary documentation, permits or paperwork necessary including but not limited to such documents as required to comply with any and all requirements and restrictions imposed by Federal trade regulations related to endangered species prior to finalization of any sale. Bidding for this item is not available on LiveAuctioneers.com.]
CARVED IVORY FIGURE OF A TAOIST PRIEST: Carved tusk, figure of a Taoist priest in robes, signed on ivory base. 12'' h. x 4 1/2'' x 2 1/2''. Carved wood stand, 1 1/2'' h. x 4 3/'' x 3 1/2''.CONDITION: Shipping outside of the U.S. is not available for this lot.
Chinese carved ivory tusk on stand, fine detail with no damage, measures 19 1/2" long.
Estimate: 400.00 - 750.00
Japanese Partial Stained and Sunken-Relief Carved Ivory Covered Tusk Box Meiji-Taisho Period (1868-1926) Mounted on a gilt trellising vine decorated hardwood stand. Base with two cracks. Height: 6-1/2 in (16.5 cm)
Chinese mammoth or elephant ivory carved tusk Of long slight convex from, well reticulated to show egrets over a pine grove, on wood stand. L: 13 in
Five Ivory Carvings, Japan, 19th/20th century, a tusk carved with a man standing behind an ox (damage), signature on arched base, ht. 3 7/8, lg. 10 3/4; a rearing horse, ht. 3 3/4; a seated man with a child on his back, signed to back, ht. 4 3/8; a grape, lg. 2; and a Chinese Shoulao with a peach in his hand, mounted on a stand, ht. 7 1/4 in. Estimate $400-600 multiple repairs and details broken and/or chipped off; heavy surface dirt and stains; multiple cracks. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
ASIAN: PAIR OF SHIBAYAMA DECORATED IVORY TUSKS ON CUSTOM STANDS, JAPANESE, MEIJI PERIOD, SIGNED, EACH WITH PAIR OF BIRDS IN FLOWERING TREE TO FRONT, AND FLOWERS GROWING ALONG STREAM ON REVERSE, MOTHER OF PEARL AND HAR...ASIAN: Pair of Shibayama decorated ivory tusks on custom stands, Japanese, Meiji period, signed, each with pair of birds in flowering tree to front, and flowers growing along stream on reverse, Mother of Pearl and hardstone and accents including small plaque with maker's mark to side, mounted on matching carved and reticulated wood bases, silver trim, wear consistent with age and use including scattered loss of inlay, one with age cracks to sides, both sold as is, tusk only: 7 7/8" h., overall: 16" h. [NOTE: International clients are ineligible to bid on this item. It is for sale only within the United States except not to CA, NY, NJ, WA, HI. It is the responsibility of any bidder to be aware of any laws or restrictions that may apply to them. It is the responsibility of the buyer to obtain any necessary documentation, permits or paperwork necessary including but not limited to such documents as required to comply with any and all requirements and restrictions imposed by Federal trade regulations related to endangered species prior to finalization of any sale. Bidding for this item is not available on LiveAuctioneers.com.]
CHINESE IVORY EQUESTRIAN GROUP Deeply carved tusk section revealing two equestrian figures in a rocky landscape, signed on reverse, wood stand.
Length 10 inches
Estimate: 700.00 - 800.00
A PAIR OF CHINESE IVORY HALF TUSK PANELS, late 19th century, each intricately carved and pierced in low relief with typical everyday scenes with figures, the reverse carved and stained in black with figures in mountainous landscapes, unsigned, 8 3/4" high, on carved wood stands (Illustrated)
THREE COLLECTIBLES: an ivory carved vertical tusk having raised leafage and berries height 6.75'' on attached hand made metal stand; plus two Chinese porcelain pedestal bowls hand enameled with floral motif diameters 4'' Ch'ing Dynasty Kuang-Hsu period (1875-1908). The bowls are in good condition with light wear throughout. The ivory has a crack down the side and the base shows loss to the finish.
Japanese Meiji Elaborately Carved Tusk Ivory Figure of a Youthful Standing Laughing Ho-tei, depicted holding a small vase from which emerges smoke in the form of a pair of frogs clutching coins in their mouths, first quarter 20th century, signed in calligraphy on the base, h. 14-1/2".
CARVED IVORY ELEPHANT TUSK: Carved in an overall entwined dragons design. Measures approx. 34'' l. the large end at 3 3/4'' dia. Sold with the wood display stand.CONDITION: This item cannot be shipped outside of the U.S.
Ivory Tusk Carving on Wood Stand, China, in the form of a dragon boat, the figures aboard engaging in various activities, lg. 17 1/4 in. Estimate $900-1,100 minor chips and wear The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Twelve Small Carved Items, China, two small blanc de chine figures on stands, ht. 3 1/2; two carvings of cranes on carved stands, ht. 4 1/2; two small jade items with carved stands, dia. 2 1/8; two metal coins with carved stands, dia. 1 7/8; glass rabbit on stand, ht. 1 3/8; two animal-shaped items, lg. to 3 7/8; an ivory tusk carving of figures with decorated wood stand, 5 in. Estimate $150-250 damages on some carved wood stands; minor crack to ivory tusk; stains and scratches on stone items; some patinas on metal items. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
ASIAN: CARVED IVORY TUSK, DOG SLED TEAM ON FITTED STAND, LATE 19TH/ 20TH C., SEVEN DOG TEAM PULLING SLEIGH, RESTS ON CUSTOM CARVED W...ASIAN: Carved ivory tusk, dog sled team on fitted stand, late 19th/ 20th C., seven dog team pulling sleigh, rests on custom carved wooden base, heavy loss and repairs to ivory carving, sold as found, overall: 4 1/4" h. x 21" l. x 3 1/4" d. [NOTE: International clients are ineligible to bid on this item. It is for sale only within the United States except not to CA, NY, NJ. It is the responsibility of any bidder to be aware of any laws or restrictions that may apply to them. It is the responsibility of the buyer to obtain any necessary documentation, permits or paperwork necessary including but not limited to such documents as required to comply with any and all requirements and restrictions imposed by Federal trade regulations related to endangered species prior to finalization of any sale.]
A Chinese carved ivory tusk, early 20th century, sympathetically carved in the form of a standing sage, 25 cm high, together with another Chinese ivory carving, in the form of a sage beneath his cloak, signed to underside, 14 cm high, (2).
Inuit Ivory Carving of Figures with Polar BearDepicting several figures mounted on a tusk in a hunting scene Inuit hunter with spear along with his dog face off a standing bear there is also a moveable seal popping his head through a hole in the ice very fine detail to carving bear's tongue is painted red signed on bottom ''John I. Pullock Sunarit 'C' 73 '' with paper tag to bottom stating Authentic Native Handcraft from Alaska 4'' H x 7'' L circa 20th century good condition.Provenance: Property of Saginaw MI lady.
Chinese Carved Ivory Tusk Chinese early 20th century. A carved and inked ivory tusk having a continuous scene of figures in a mountainous landscape with calligraphic script and signature on side having a two-character mark on bottom; on wooden stand; ht. 5.5 in. (without stand). International shipping is not available for this item. This item will only be shipped within the United States except to California. Condition: Age cracks and staining.
Ivory Carving Chinese, late 19th/early 20th century, curved section of tusk, carved with family in a fenced garden, two mandarin ducks in stream under bridge, on triangular stepped and waisted wood stand, 5-1/2 x 15-1/2 x 3-3/4 in. on stand,
EIGHT CARVINGS, IVORY AND BONE, 20TH C., ANIMAL AND TRIBAL MOTIFS INCLUDING AN ELEPHANT, RHINO, GAZELLE, TWO TUSKS, MASK, STANDING F...Eight carvings, ivory and bone, 20th C., animal and tribal motifs including an elephant, rhino, gazelle, two tusks, mask, standing figure, and an articulated figure, wear on all consistent with age and use, tallest (not including base): 9 1/8" h. [NOTE: International clients are ineligible to bid on this item. It is for sale only within the United States except not to CA, NY, NJ. It is the responsibility of any bidder to be aware of any laws or restrictions that may apply to them. It is the responsibility of the buyer to obtain any necessary documentation, permits or paperwork necessary including but not limited to such documents as required to comply with any and all requirements and restrictions imposed by Federal trade regulations related to endangered species prior to finalization of any sale.]
Group of Four Carved Ivory Items, fourth quarter 19th century, consisting of a good Japanese Meiji carved ivory apple, the face elaborately carved with travelers in a landscape, h. 5"; an elaborately carved tusk ivory group of a rural village and its inhabitants, h. 3-1/2"; a Japanese Meiji floral-carved ivory group of buildings in a mountain landscape, h. 4-3/4"; and a carved ivory group depicting corn on the cob, h. 3-1/2"; each on a custom-carved hardwood display stand.
YTWO CARVED IVORY OKIMONO MEIJI PERIOD the first depicting a fisherman holding a carp, signed Hisakazu within a red lacquer reserve, 10.2cm high; the second depicting a man smoking a pipe whilst watching two boys play, 18.5cm high; together with an IVORY TUSK BRUSHPOT AND COVER, carved with two elephants fighting two tigers, 14.5cm high; and a CANTON IVORY PUZZLE BALL AND STAND, with a fitted Japanese wood box, 19.5cm high (4) Estimate £ 300-500 + fees Provenance: Private Glasgow collection.. Sold for £875 (buyer's premium included)
Ivory Carvings
Constructed from a horizontal tusk section carved to either side with a phoenix among cloud scrolls, and terminating at each end in a lion mask handle supporting a loose ring, the cover surmounted by a finial in the form of a standing phoenix, with similar birds perched on each censer shoulder.
7in (17.8cm) tall; 5 7/8in (14.9cm) long,
(5) Indian Ivory CarvingsTo include three elephants one with one broken tusk one on hardwood stand together with an ivory carving of Ganesh and one snake charmer both on hardwood stands tallest is 3.75''H including stand circa late 19th/early 20th century.
A CHINESE CARVED IVORY TUSK ON STAND Republic Period 20th century The base delicately carved with a flowering peony and bud the upper section carved with prunus and blossom the backdrop for both a section of bamboo 32.5 cm high..
CHINESE CARVED IVORY BEAUTY Finely carved tusk depicting figure within an elaborate composition including flowering trees and flowers, signed, with wooden stand.
Height: 8 inches.
Estimate: 600.00 - 800.00
Chinese Ivory Tusk: 19th Century Chinese Carved Ivory Tusk Mounted on Wooden Stand. Deep relief carving of 8 immortal figures. Tusk measures 14" L, measures 4-1/4" H (w/stand). We Will Not Ship This Item Out of State of Florida. Anyone Having This Item Shipped Must Have a Florida Address or the Item will not be Shipped. We will Not Knowingly Sell Endangered Species outside of Legal Channels. Condition: Good condition Estimate: $3000. 00 - $5000. 00 Domestic Shipping: $68. 00 Condition Good condition
A Chinese Long Carved Double Dragon Ivory Tusk on Rosewood Stand Ivory tusk apprx. 32"L with a reserve apprx. 14-1/2"L carved in high relief with a pair of dragons and a Pearl of Wisdom inscribed with a poetic form about the mystery of Life and Nature signed and sealed on the front; engraved with a depiction of a mountain over lake with fisherman and boats and inscribed with Chinese characters that read "created in winter month" on the back. A paper label IVORY/Made in Hong Kong/No. 316 32" attached on the front top. Applied pigments to emphasize the details. Set on a carved wood display stand offered with the second carved rosewood stand and presentation box. Ivory measures apprx. 32"L x 3-3/8" x 2-7/8" one stand measures apprx. 6-7/8"T x 18"L x 3-3/4"W and second stand apprx. 6-3/4"x 18"L x 3-1/4"W. Tusk weighs apprx. 75.19 toz.
Chinese Ivory Tusk: 19th Century Chinese Carved Ivory Tusk Mounted on Wooden Stand. Deep relief carving of 8 immortal figures. Tusk measures 14" L, measures 4-1/4" H (w/stand). We Will Not Ship This Item Out of State of Florida. Anyone Having This Item Shipped Must Have a Florida Address or the Item will not be Shipped. We will Not Knowingly Sell Endangered Species outside of Legal Channels. Condition: Good condition Estimate: $2200. 00 - $4200. 00 Domestic Shipping: $68. 00 Condition Good condition
Good Japanese Meiji Carved Tusk Ivory Figure, fourth quarter 19th century, depicting an elaborately robed Kwan-yin bearing a lotus and standing on a waisted lotus-form pedestal base, signed on the base with an inset cinnabar lacquer tablet, h. 10-1/2".
AN ASIAN IVORY CARVED COVERED URN. The cylindrical elephant ivory tusk hand carved with genre landscape scenes, raised figures at the neck with ring handles within foo lion masks, the cover with figures under canopy of trees. Height 12", width 3.25". Raised on fitted hardwood stand. Condition Report