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18TH-19TH CENTURY
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AN OPENWORK AGATE PENDANT
18TH-19TH CENTURY
The pendant is carved and pierced as a bird perched on two bamboo stalks with an insect in flight, all amongst two groups of inscriptions conveying auspicious blessings to one side. The stone is of a pale tone and is carved in relief utilizing the natural caramel-brown markings of the stone.
1 ¾ in. (4.5 cm.) high
18TH-19TH CENTURY
The pendant is carved and pierced as a bird perched on two bamboo stalks with an insect in flight, all amongst two groups of inscriptions conveying auspicious blessings to one side. The stone is of a pale tone and is carved in relief utilizing the natural caramel-brown markings of the stone.
1 ¾ in. (4.5 cm.) high
Special notice
These lots have been imported from outside the EU for sale using a Temporary Import regime. Import VAT is payable (at 5%) on the Hammer price. VAT is also payable (at 20%) on the buyer’s Premium on a VAT inclusive basis. When a buyer of such a lot has registered an EU address but wishes to export the lot or complete the import into another EU country, he must advise Christie's immediately after the auction.
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