Set of 8 Daoist Carved Ivory Immortals
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Description
Chien Lung 18th century; each figure with symbolic object mounted on wood base, with wood fitted case, holding four figures, and leather carrying case, each approximately 11 in. H.
Condition
Additional comments added on 7/29/15: Yes, they are ivory. There are no signatures. Cases were probably made in the 1940's. Two wood cases with material lining and sliding door tops that fit into canvas covered suitcase style carves.
Additional comments added on 7/24/15: They are approximately 11 1/2" total with base, each base is approximately 1 1/2" each. All have age related minor hairlines and staining. One figure with pointed beard and had with pointed flaps has a 1" long hairline on his right shoulder.
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Set of 8 Daoist Carved Ivory Immortals
Estimate $6,000 - $8,000
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