Lot 72
The finial early 18th century set with rock crystal in the form of a Balinese King; the Buddha seated on a snake throne.
Height of tallest 15cm
Estimate $300 - $500
Buddha: various holes to the snake and at the back but these seem to be part of the casting, otherwise in good original condition
Finial: worn on top of the diadem at front and back, silver tarnished, has been glued to later wooden pedestal with traces of glue showing
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The finial: Peter Lane Gallery, Sydney
acquired from the above 1988
The Collector's Auction
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8409
6:00pm - 19 April 2021
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Viewing in Sydney:
Friday 16 - Sunday 18 April, 10am - 4pm
CONTACT
Madeleine Norton
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au
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