RARE CARVED 18TH C CHENXIANG WOOD LIBATION CUP
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RARE Carved 18th C. Chinese ChenXiang-wood Libation Cup
Carved in form of deep bowl borne with flared lotus-leafs petal rim, deep carving of over laid stems and branches with group of tigers clambering up the side. The wood patina varies from reddish to dark-brown tones, with strong fragrance of Aloes-wood.
Dimension: 4-1/4" H x 5-3/4" Diam.
LOT NOTES
Aloeswood, also referred to ChenXiangMu or eaglewood, diffuses a distinctive fragrance and hence it is highly treasured, especially in China, Japan, and Tibet. The wood is typically only found in small segments of usable material, which are traditionally pieced together to make small scholar's articles. Its aromatic qualities renders it valuable in the manufacture of incense.
Carved in form of deep bowl borne with flared lotus-leafs petal rim, deep carving of over laid stems and branches with group of tigers clambering up the side. The wood patina varies from reddish to dark-brown tones, with strong fragrance of Aloes-wood.
Dimension: 4-1/4" H x 5-3/4" Diam.
LOT NOTES
Aloeswood, also referred to ChenXiangMu or eaglewood, diffuses a distinctive fragrance and hence it is highly treasured, especially in China, Japan, and Tibet. The wood is typically only found in small segments of usable material, which are traditionally pieced together to make small scholar's articles. Its aromatic qualities renders it valuable in the manufacture of incense.
Condition
Excellent
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RARE CARVED 18TH C CHENXIANG WOOD LIBATION CUP
Estimate $600 - $900
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