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Lot 8291

Amazonite Carved Flask with Lid

4 December 2005, 11:00 PST
Los Angeles

Sold for US$4,112.50 inc. premium

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Amazonite Carved Flask with Lid

Brazil
Articles made of amazonite were found as far back as Ancient Egypt. This virtuoso piece was carved by a Chinese master in the archaic style. Effective use has been made of the vivid bluish-green colored, high-quality amazonite material to “imitate” the appearance of a fine celadon vase. The vase was fabricated with integral loop handles carved in the shape of elephant heads and the lid also bears an elephant finial. Raised on a circular wooden base with brass inlaid decoration. Height 13 in.

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