A Zitan Wood Shrine, Fokan
Sale 831 - Chinese & Southeast Asian Works of Art
Mar 25, 2021
10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$3,000 -
$5,000
Sold for $1,875
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A Zitan Wood Shrine, Fokan
紫檀木佛龕
the two-door shrine of typical form with hinged doors opening to reveal a frame, carved in low-relief with dragons.
the two-door shrine of typical form with hinged doors opening to reveal a frame, carved in low-relief with dragons.
Height overall 23 x length 15 7/8 x depth 10 1/4 in., 58.4 x 40.3 x 26 cm.
Condition Report
In overall decent condition the two doors and drawer opening and closing smoothly. Showing some soiling and surface scratches. Each side with a stable fracture beneath the openwork carving, and restorations to the two of the feet.
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