Lot 656
Depicted at her toilette, gazing appreciatively at her image in the mirror that she holds up with her left hand, with rouged cheeks, elaborate fan-like chignon and cloud-toed shoes, traces of colour pigment, 39cm high
The German Laboratory Ralf Kotalla no. 03G171112 is consistent with the dating of this lot.
Estimate $2,000 - $3,000
This item is in good condition, especially considering the age.
The traces of the pigment are in good condition and appear to be stable.
There are remnants of clay, or traces of the items burial, throughout.
There are minor losses to the shoe and finger. Minor pitting to the ceramic throughout, due to age.
The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
Asian Art, Classic Furniture & Objects
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8143
11:00am - 16 October 2016
Melbourne (Simulcast in Sydney)
VIEWING
Viewing - Melbourne & Sydney
12 October 9am-8pm
13-14 October 10am-4pm
15 October 10am-5pm
All lots viewed exclusively in our Sydney office are marked "On View in Sydney", with the remainder on view in Melbourne
CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
chiara.curcio@leonardjoel.com.au
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