755 Prior Ave N #235C, St Paul, MN, US, United States
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An auction featuring a monumental sculpture by Harry Bertoia, along with a lovely selection of fine and decorative art including works by artists Louise Nevelson, Lee Jie-Song, and William Louis Sonntag. The sale additionally features a 1982 Porsche 911 Turbo and furnishings by EJ Victor and Herman Miller. Also included is a collection of fine silver, Chinese porcelain, and collectibles.
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LOT 23:
Japanese Edo Period Lacquer Tansu
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Sold for: $4,000
Start price:
$
750
Estimated price :
$1,500 - $3,000
Buyer's Premium: 26%
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Japanese Edo Period Lacquer Tansu
Japanese Edo period togidashi (polished out) maki-e lacquered tansu, decorated with hawk feathers along the exterior. This piece was reputedly commissioned by the 11th shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate, Tokugawa Ienari. Each hawk feather is unique. The two doors open to reveal six drawers, all over a single large drawer with two pulls. The doors are decorated with scenes of graceful cranes along the interior.
Provenance: Possibly owned by noted antiquarian Ninagawa Noritane; Private Minnesota Collection.
Height: 39 in x width: 36 in x depth: 18 in.
Condition: Some losses to lacquer on top, request a condition report for compete condition. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.
