pre ban ivory eight immortals figurines

By [email protected], 13 August, 2010
Description

this is a set of 1930's (I think) pre ban ivory figurines, the eight immortals. i have tested using the hot pin test and it is positive. also has lovely grain and crosshatch. box (in bad repair) says "HIP SHIN IVORY AMBERS WHOLESALE RETAIL NO. 175 HENNESSY ROAD WANCHAI HONG KONG" WITH MUCH OTHER CHINESE WRITING.

Category
Asian Art
Medium
pre ban ivory
Distinguishing marks
none
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
figurines are a little more than 3.5" tall; bases 1" tall
Date Period
early 1900's
History
Purchased at an estate sale with many other early to mid-century items, lots of WWI and WWII stuff
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$2
For Sale?
No
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