$308
Turtle Shell Ritual Bowl, Tibetan China, lined with pewter alloy metal sheet, decorated with the Eight Buddhist Emblems and dragons in repousse, ht. 3 1/4, wd. 9 in. Estimate $300-500 flaking to turtle shell, tarnishing and heavy surface soiling to metal decorations, applied verdigris to sides, spotty patinas. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-03-16
