Sep 20, 2023 10:00 EST
Asian Works of Art
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A Large Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Cranes
Late Qing Dynasty
Estate / Collection: Property from the Collection of Mary McFadden
The colorful and mirrored pair of cranes holding lotus flowers issuing Buddhist emblems in their beaks stand with one leg raised and the other standing atop a grassy hillock with lingzhi upon a rectangular waisted base with openwork fence.
Height 82 inches
By repute, formerly of the Collection of Isadora Duncan and labeled as such under cover
Sold for $34,650
Estimated at $20,000 - $40,000
Includes Buyer's Premium
Estate / Collection: Property from the Collection of Mary McFadden
The colorful and mirrored pair of cranes holding lotus flowers issuing Buddhist emblems in their beaks stand with one leg raised and the other standing atop a grassy hillock with lingzhi upon a rectangular waisted base with openwork fence.
Height 82 inches
Provenance:By repute, formerly of the Collection of Isadora Duncan and labeled as such under cover
One crane stands slightly at an angle when mounted to base; one 'flaming pearl' ornament bent and somewhat smashed in against its base; the two bases show holes where some missing elements were once found -likely gilt copper lingzhi fungi; wear and signs of use throughout.
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Auction: Asian Works of Art, Sep 20, 2023
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Auction of Asian Works of Art on Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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Featured the Arts of China, Japan and throughout Asia
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We Invite You to Contact Us for a Complimentary Auction Appraisal of Your Asian Works of Art
NEW YORK, NY -- Doyle held an auction of Asian Works of Art on September 20, 2023. This highly-anticipated auction presented the arts of China, Japan and throughout Asia spanning the Neolithic Period through the 20th century. Showcased were exceptional porcelains, bronzes, jades, snuff bottles, pottery, scholar’s objects, furniture and paintings from prominent collections and estates.
Doyle's September signature Asian Art auction was an exciting two-day sale preceded by a fun-filled exhibition in which familiar faces and new clients alike mingled in the gallery and explored the wide variety of art and artifacts on display. The sale days brought heated bidding and many strong prices across every category. Property from the Collection of Mary McFadden, Chinese porcelain and jade, Himalayan statuary and an iconic Japanese woodblock triptych were among the highlights.
Asia Week New York 2023
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Consignments are currently being accepted for future auctions. We invite you to contact us for a complimentary auction evaluation. Our Specialists are always available to discuss the sale of a single item or an entire collection.
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