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An ivory carving of a banana
An ivory carving of a banana
19th/20th century
Estimate $1,200 – $1,800
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realistically carved with the skin partly peeled back revealing the textured fruit inside
12.5 cm long
- Lot Sold $2,000 (Hammer Price)
- $2,440 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
Three fine black cracks in the ivory used in the carving of the banana skin, a possible minor frit to the tip of the lower skin at the narrow end of the banana. Generally good condition
CONTACT INFORMATION +
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Alison AlfordConsultant Arts & DesignSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Alison Alford |
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Ann RobertsConsultant, Asian Art Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Ann Roberts |
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Harley YoungSpecialist Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Harley Young |
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Anthony HurlConsultant Arts & DesignAdelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hurl |
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Philip A. GoreConsultant, Clocks, Barometers & Scientific Instruments Arts & Design |
