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Lot 3533

Chinese Bird-Form Bronze Oil Lamp

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,200
Starting Bid
$500

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Chinese Bird-Form Bronze Oil Lamp
{Height 8 1/2 inches (21.6 cm)}.

Provenance: From the collection of a distinguished Japanese collector in San Jose, California, whose life included travels in Manchuria during the 1930s and incarceration in a U.S. internment camp following the attack on Pearl Harbor. These works bear witness to a precious family history and to the conviction and courage needed to preserve cultural heritage through adversity. Upon receiving the family's photographs, newspaper articles, and archival materials, Michaan's Auctions was deeply moved by their thoughtful preservation and enduring respect for history, culture, and art. We are honored to present treasures from this family collection.

 

中国 鸟形青铜油灯
高8 1/2英寸(21.6厘米)。

来源: 来自加州圣何塞一位杰出日本藏家的珍藏。这位藏家曾于1930年代游历中国东北,并在珍珠港事件后被关押于美国拘禁营。这些藏品承载着珍贵的家族历史,也见证了他们在逆境中守护文化传统的信念与勇气。当家族将悉心保存的照片、新闻报道及历史资料寄送至 Michaan's Auctions 时,我们深受感动,并对他们珍视历史、文化与艺术的精神肃然起敬。Michaan's Auctions 荣幸呈献这一家族的珍藏。

For condition report and additional photos, please contact the Asian Art Department.

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