IMPORTANT QING DYNASTY CARVED RHINOCEROS HORN TIBETAN BUDDHIST TOWER.

IMPORTANT QING DYNASTY CARVED RHINOCEROS HORN TIBETAN BUDDHIST TOWER. Possibly Kangxi (1662-1722). This fine example of obelisk form with floral and foliate carvings and with silver mounts at the corners of the medial plinth, each depicting a frog on a lily pad. The base additionally carved with Foo dogs and the plinth with scrolling vinery. The plinth is encased with a silver sheath impressed with a Yi dragon symbol. The Buddhist tower is accompanied by a beautiful hardwood presentation box with sliding cover. SIZE: 7-1/2″ h x 3″ square base. Box: 3-3/4″ h x 9-1/2″ l x 5″ w. PROVENANCE: Property of Prince Duan Aixinjueluo Zaiyi (1856-1922). From the private collection of the grandniece of the Last Emperor Puyi (reign 1906-1917) of the Qing Dynasty. Granddaughter of Puji and great-great granddaughter of the Dowager Empress Cixi (reign 1861-1908). CONDITION: In very fine or excellent original condition with lovely patina and rich coloration. The box equally in fine condition. 9-22137 (15,000-20,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2011

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1173	$224,250.00	IMPORTANT QING DYNASTY CARVED RHINOCEROS HORN TIBETAN BUDDHIST TOWER. Possibly Kangxi (1662-1722). This fine example of obelisk form with floral and foliate carvings and with silver mounts at the corners of the medial plinth, each depicting a frog on a lily pad. The base additionally carved with Foo dogs and the plinth with scrolling vinery. The plinth is encased with a silver sheath impressed with a Yi dragon symbol. The Buddhist tower is accompanied by a beautiful hardwood presentation box with sliding cover. SIZE: 7-1/2″ h x 3″ square base. Box: 3-3/4″ h x 9-1/2″ l x 5″ w. PROVENANCE: Property of Prince Duan Aixinjueluo Zaiyi (1856-1922). From the private collection of the grandniece of the Last Emperor Puyi (reign 1906-1917) of the Qing Dynasty. Granddaughter of Puji and great-great granddaughter of the Dowager Empress Cixi (reign 1861-1908). CONDITION: In very fine or excellent original condition with lovely patina and rich coloration. The box equally in fine condition. 9-22137 (15,000-20,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2011 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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