Lot Essay
In Gerard Hawthorn Ltd Oriental Art's exhibition catalogue, Oriental Works of Art, 2007, the London dealer writes that this is one of the largest court tablets, hu, that the company has ever handled.
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MING DYNASTY (1368-1644)
Details
A CARVED IVORY HU TABLET
MING DYNASTY (1368-1644)
The hu is of plain tapering form, the ivory is of a pale honey tone.
19 1/8 in. (49.1 cm.) long
MING DYNASTY (1368-1644)
The hu is of plain tapering form, the ivory is of a pale honey tone.
19 1/8 in. (49.1 cm.) long
Provenance
From a Private European collection.
With Gerard Hawthorn, London, acquired 2007.
With Gerard Hawthorn, London, acquired 2007.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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