18 Nov 2012
10:00 PST
San Francisco
Property from the estate of John Traina, San Francisco
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Property from the estate of John Traina, San Francisco
Back to auction 20070
A black lacquer and gilt decorated manuscript box
Thailand, 19th century
Of narrow rectangular form with three scenes from the Ramayana on the front panels and protector deities on the side panels, foliate scrolls and repeating stylized motifs to the surrounding raised frames and base. 32 5/8 x 12 x 11 1/4in
Of narrow rectangular form with three scenes from the Ramayana on the front panels and protector deities on the side panels, foliate scrolls and repeating stylized motifs to the surrounding raised frames and base. 32 5/8 x 12 x 11 1/4in
Estimate:
US$ 1,000 - 1,500
£660 - 990
€780 - 1,200
£660 - 990
€780 - 1,200
Lot heading
Property from the Estate of JohnTraina, San Francisco
John A. Traina Jr. was a well known San Francisco businessman, entrepreneur, collector and bon vivant who was renowned for his impeccable style and limitless charm. As a serious collector of fine art, antiques, designer decor, natural curiosities and objet d'art, he curated a collection that was the epitome of worldly elegance and San Francisco chic. In celebration of his vitality and spirit, Bonhams is honored to offer selected property from his estate.
Category: Furniture / Period Design
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