16 février 2020
A Nanmu Burlwood Tree Trunk Sculpture, Qing Dynasty
Lot 3698. A Nanmu Burlwood Tree Trunk Sculpture, Qing Dynasty;76.5 cm., 30 1/8 in.. Estimate 120,000 — 200,000 HKD. Lot sold 187,500 HKD. Photo: Sotheby's.
the hollowed section of a tree trunk with irregular profile, the finely whorled grain swirling in various directions resembling animal fur, the concave back side revealing the tree bark enveloped on the sides by the burl growth, wood stand.
Sotheby's. Contemporary Literati — A Gathering, Hong Kong, 07 april 2014
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