AN IVORY FIGURE OF DAMO AND AN IVORY CARVED STAND
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AN IVORY FIGURE OF ASCETIC SHAKYAMUNI AND AN IVORY CARVED STAND

18TH CENTURY

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AN IVORY FIGURE OF ASCETIC SHAKYAMUNI AND AN IVORY CARVED STAND
18TH CENTURY
Damo is carved holding a string of beads in his hands which rest on his raised knee. He is bare-chested showing his emaciated body. The openwork stand is carved resembling intricate gnarling branches terminating in ruyi heads.
The figure of Shakyamuni: 3 ½ in. (9 cm.) high
The stand: 4 3/8 in. (11 cm.) high
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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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