Group of two 19th century Chinese scholar items including a carved bamboo wine cup with a silver insert and a carved coconut vessel.
Cup without a lid; height: 1 1/2 in x diameter: 2 1/2 in. Cup with a lid; height: 2 in x diameter: 2 3/4 in. The lidded cup is in good condition overall with no major cracks, losses, or restoration under UV light. Wear throughout; dust collected to the recessed surface. To the interior of the lid, there is an area with an accretion. To the rim, there is a loss, measuring 1/2 inch, along with two minute chips. Throughout the exterior, there are a few areas with residue as shown in the lot listing. When inspected under UV light, the adhesive residue was visible to the exterior, which is not visible under natural light. There is a sticker adhered to the underside. Very light wear to the box.
The wooden cup is in fair condition without losses or cracks that would affect the overall work. Heavy wear throughout the piece. The metal component is not attached; oxidation to the metal component as expected. There is a sticker adhered to the interior. There is a 1 1/4 inch and 1 1/2 inch long crack to each side. There is sticker adhered to the underside. When inspected under UV light, there is no visible sign of restoration. 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.