Chinese Amber Toggle of Li Taibai, 19th Century
A Chinese amber toggle carved with the figures of Li Taibai and an attendant dating from the 19th century.
Dimensions are: 2 inches tall X 1 3/8 inches wide, 5.1 cm X 3.5 cm. Weight: 10.2 grams. All measurements are approximate.
Condition: There is one minuscule chip to the foot. It is in overall good condition with natural variations and inclusions to the amber.
Provenance: From Mrs. Hillebrand in Chicago, Illinois. Her father-in-law purchased these items in China and Hong Kong between 1935 and 1970. This lot is part of Mrs. Hillebrand's sixth consignment with Oakridge Auction Gallery.
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A Chinese amber toggle carved with the figures of Li Taibai and an attendant dating from the 19th century.
Dimensions are: 2 inches tall X 1 3/8 inches wide, 5.1 cm X 3.5 cm. Weight: 10.2 grams. All measurements are approximate.
Condition: There is one minuscule chip to the foot. It is in overall good condition with natural variations and inclusions to the amber.
Provenance: From Mrs. Hillebrand in Chicago, Illinois. Her father-in-law purchased these items in China and Hong Kong between 1935 and 1970. This lot is part of Mrs. Hillebrand's sixth consignment with Oakridge Auction Gallery.
High resolution images can be found here.