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  • Red Pottery Tripod Ewer Gui
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 1

    Red Pottery Tripod Ewer Gui

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Sancai-glazed Camel
    Estimate
    $10,000 - $15,000
    Lot 2

    Sancai-glazed Camel

    Est.
    $10,000 - $15,000
  • Sancai-glaze Pottery Horse
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 3

    Sancai-glaze Pottery Horse

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Two Painted Pottery Figures
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 4

    Two Painted Pottery Figures

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Painted Pottery Head
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 5

    Painted Pottery Head

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Painted Pottery Standing Ox
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 6

    Painted Pottery Standing Ox

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    $300 - $500
  • Painted Stoneware Model of an Ox-drawn Cart
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 7

    Painted Stoneware Model of an Ox-drawn Cart

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Black-glazed Blue-splashed Stoneware Ewer
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 8

    Black-glazed Blue-splashed Stoneware Ewer

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Three Red-painted Earthenware Jars
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 9

    Three Red-painted Earthenware Jars

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Two Miniature Glazed Vases
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 10

    Two Miniature Glazed Vases

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Green-glazed Earthenware Storage Jar
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 11

    Green-glazed Earthenware Storage Jar

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Miniature Green-glazed Pottery Vase
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 12

    Miniature Green-glazed Pottery Vase

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Wooden Horse
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 13

    Wooden Horse

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Large Sandstone Gupta Torso of Buddha
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 14

    Large Sandstone Gupta Torso of Buddha

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Bronze Figure of Parvati
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 15

    Bronze Figure of Parvati

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Nineteen Brass Figures of Balakrishna
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 16

    Nineteen Brass Figures of Balakrishna

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Three Brass Votive Figures of Durga
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 17

    Three Brass Votive Figures of Durga

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Three Brass Votive Figures of Durga
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 18

    Three Brass Votive Figures of Durga

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Three Votive Figures of Krishna
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 19

    Three Votive Figures of Krishna

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    $600 - $800
  • Five Small Brass Votive Figures of Durga
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 20

    Five Small Brass Votive Figures of Durga

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Fourteen Small Bronze and Brass Votive Figures of Ganesha
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 21

    Fourteen Small Bronze and Brass Votive Figures of Ganes...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Two Bronze Buddhist Items
    Estimate
    $700 - $800
    Lot 22

    Two Bronze Buddhist Items

    Est.
    $700 - $800
  • Two Bronze Votive Figures of Deities
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 23

    Two Bronze Votive Figures of Deities

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Bronze Shrine of Vishnu
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 24

    Bronze Shrine of Vishnu

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Three Gilt-bronze Figures of Deities
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 25

    Three Gilt-bronze Figures of Deities

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Bronze Tika  Ritual Kumkuma  Powder Box
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 26

    Bronze Tika Ritual Kumkuma Powder Box

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Twelve Betel Lime Paste Boxes
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 27

    Twelve Betel Lime Paste Boxes

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    $500 - $700
  • Bronze Bottle
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 28

    Bronze Bottle

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    $300 - $500
  • Illuminated Manuscript Folio
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 29

    Illuminated Manuscript Folio

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Miniature Painting Depicting a Lady
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 30

    Miniature Painting Depicting a Lady

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Portrait of a Mughal Ruler
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 31

    Portrait of a Mughal Ruler

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Miniature Portrait of a Lady
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 32

    Miniature Portrait of a Lady

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Miniature Portrait of a Ruler
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 33

    Miniature Portrait of a Ruler

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Miniature Painting Depicting Krishna Being Groomed
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 34

    Miniature Painting Depicting Krishna Being Groomed

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Miniature Ragamala Painting, Kanada Ragini
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 35

    Miniature Ragamala Painting, Kanada Ragini

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Mughal-style Miniature Painting
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 36

    Mughal-style Miniature Painting

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Illuminated Manuscript Page
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    $500 - $700
    Lot 37

    Illuminated Manuscript Page

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Miniature Painting
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 38

    Miniature Painting

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    $700 - $900
  • Miniature Painting
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 39

    Miniature Painting

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    $500 - $700
  • Miniature Painting
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    $500 - $700
    Lot 40

    Miniature Painting

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Miniature Painting of a Market
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    $500 - $700
    Lot 41

    Miniature Painting of a Market

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Miniature Painting of a Court Scene
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 42

    Miniature Painting of a Court Scene

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Miniature Painting of a Hunting Scene
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 43

    Miniature Painting of a Hunting Scene

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Miniature Painting of a Hunting Scene
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 44

    Miniature Painting of a Hunting Scene

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Miniature Painting of a Court Scene
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 45

    Miniature Painting of a Court Scene

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Miniature Painting Depicting Lovers
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 46

    Miniature Painting Depicting Lovers

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Pitchwai Painting of a Royal Procession
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 47

    Pitchwai Painting of a Royal Procession

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Miniature Painting Depicting a Male Musician
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 48

    Miniature Painting Depicting a Male Musician

    Est.
    $700 - $900

Auction Description

Asian Works of Art by Bonhams Skinner

Preview Times
March 14, 12PM – 5PM
March 15, 12PM – 7PM
March 16, 9AM – 10AM

With highlights from the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and China, our March auction offers exceptional works of art from discerning collectors across many generations. Important pieces from the Middle East include ceramics and a large collection of Persian and Indian paintings. Buddhist works of art are well-represented with examples from Sino-Tibet, Thailand, China, and Japan. A Yongzheng Imperial edict and a Korean paneled screen depicting the banquet of Seowangmu are exquisite rarities. As always there is a broad selection of Chinese ceramics on offer, from a Tang camel to a Ming kendi. Handpicked selections of fine jades, cloisonné, furniture, snuff bottles, and scholarly items complete the sale.

Contact Us
508-970-3263
asian@skinnerinc.com

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Bonhams Skinner
Boston, MA 02116
United States

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Phone:+1 6173505400

Buyer’s Premium

Start Premium (%)
$0 25.00

Bid Increments

Start Increments ($)
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$300,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000

Shipping Info

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Terms & Conditions

1. Some of the lots in this sale are offered subject to a reserve. The reserve is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the consignor and Skinner, Inc. below which the lot will not be sold. In most cases, the reserve will be set below the estimated range, but in no case will it exceed the estimates listed. A representative of Skinner, Inc. will execute such reserves by bidding for the consignor. In any event and whether or not a lot is subject to a reserve, the auctioneer may reject any bid or raise not commensurate with the value of such lot.

2. All property is sold “as is,” and neither the auctioneer nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property, and in no event shall they be responsible for the correctness, nor deemed to have made any representation or warranty, of description, genuineness, authorship, attribution, provenance, period, culture, source, origin, or condition of the property and no statement made at the sale, or in the bill of sale, or invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty of representation or an assumption of liability.

3. Except as provided in paragraph 1 above, the highest bidder as determined by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the case of a disputed bid, the auctioneer shall have sole discretion in determining the purchaser and may also, at his or her election, withdraw the lot or reoffer the lot for sale. The auctioneer shall have sole discretion to refuse any bid, or refuse to acknowledge any bidder. Any bidder that plans on spending in excess of $100,000 should make arrangements with the accounting department at least five (5) days in advance of the sale, as a deposit may be required to participate.

4. All merchandise purchased must be paid for and removed from the premises the day of the auction. Skinner Inc. may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly interest charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or item lot not paid for within thirty-five (35) days of the date of sale. Skinner, Inc. shall have no liability for any damage or loss to property left on its premises for more than three (3) days from the date of sale. If any property has not been removed within three (3) days from the date of sale, at the option of Skinner, Inc. (a) Skinner Inc., may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly storage charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or portion of a lot not removed within the three days, and/or (b) Skinner Inc. may place the merchandise in a subsequent auction, without Reserve, to be sold to the highest bidder, and after deducting the standard commission and any additional charges that may apply, remit the proceeds to the purchaser.

5. Skinner accepts cash or check for payment. Personal checks will be acceptable only if credit has been established with Skinner, Inc. or if a bank authorization has been received guaranteeing a personal check. Skinner, Inc. reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has cleared the bank. The purchaser agrees to pay Skinner, Inc. a handling charge of $25.00 for any check dishonored by the drawee. Please contact Accounting for additional payment methods. Skinner does not accept payment by credit card for merchandise purchases.

6. If the purchaser breaches any of its obligations under these Conditions of Sale, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price of all items for which it was the highest successful bidder, Skinner Inc. may exercise all of its rights and remedies under the law including, without limitation, (a) canceling the sale and applying any payments made by the purchaser to the damages caused by the purchaser’s breach, and/or (b) offering at public auction, without reserve, any lot or item for which the purchaser has breached any of its obligations, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price, holding the purchaser liable for any deficiency plus all costs of sale.

7. In no event will the liability of Skinner, Inc. to any purchaser with respect to any item exceed the purchase price actually paid by such purchaser for such item.

8. Shipping is the responsibility of the purchaser. Upon request, our staff will provide the list of shippers who deliver to destinations within the United States and overseas. Some property that is sold at auction can be subject to laws governing export from the U.S., such as items that include material from some endangered species. Import restrictions from foreign countries are subject to these same governing laws. Granting of licensing for import or export of goods from local authorities is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Denial or delay of licensing will not constitute cancellation or delay in payment for the total purchase price of these lots.

9. All purchases are subject to the Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Exemption numbers from other states are accepted in Massachusetts if presented with a business card or letterhead. Dealers, museums, and other qualifying parties can apply for a Massachusetts exemption number prior to the auction by contacting the Massachusetts Department of Corporations and Taxation at 100 Cambridge Street in Boston.

10. A premium equal to 23% of the final bid price up to and including $100,000, plus 20% of the final bid price from $100,001 up to and including $1,000,000, plus 12% of the final bid price from $1,000,001 and over will be applied to each lot sold, to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price.

11. Bidding on any item indicates your acceptance of these terms and all other terms printed within, posted, and announced at the time of sale whether bidding in person, through a representative, by phone, by Internet, or other absentee bid.

12. Skinner, Inc. and its consignors make no warranty or representation, express or implied, that the purchaser will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights to any lot sold. Skinner, Inc. expressly reserves the right to reproduce any image of the lots sold in this catalog. The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by or for Skinner, Inc. relating to a lot, including the contents of this catalog, is, and shall remain at all times, the property of Skinner, Inc. and shall not be used by the purchaser, nor by anyone else, without our prior written consent.

13. These conditions of sale shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (excluding the laws applicable to conflicts or choice of law). The buyer/bidder agrees that any suit for the enforcement of this agreement may be brought, and any action against Skinner in connection with the transactions contemplated by this agreement shall be brought, in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or any federal court sitting therein. The bidder/buyer consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts and waives objections that it may now or hereafter have to the venue of any such suit.

Revised January 8, 2014