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    8 June 2010

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    • GROUPE EN IVOIRE SCULPTE POLYC
    Lot 238

    GROUPE EN IVOIRE SCULPTE POLYCHROME

    CHINE, REPUBLIQUE (1912-1949)

    Price realised

    EUR 9,375

    Estimate

    EUR 3,500 - EUR 4,500

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    GROUPE EN IVOIRE SCULPTE POLYCHROME
    CHINE, REPUBLIQUE (1912-1949)
    Représentant une banane en partie épluchée sur laquelle sont posés un gros criquet et une petite coccinelle, socle en bois ; les antennes recollées et une manquante
    Longueur: 18 cm. (7 1/8 in.)

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    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.
    No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT payable at 19.6% (5.5% for books) will be added to the buyer’s premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis


    Saleroom Notice

    Le lot date du premier quart de la République Populaire de Chine (1912-1949)
    The lot is dated from the first quarter of the People's Republic of China (1912-1949)


    Post Lot Text

    A STAINED-IVORY SCULPTED GROUP IN FORM OF A BANANA
    CHINA, REPUBLIC (1912-1949)


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