A set of 4 ivory carvings of Li Bai, China, 20th century, 2 with Qianlong mark, 2 with Chenghua mark, various sizes, 15.5 cm high max (1 restored)

Provenance: Ghezzi family collection from Zurich, jewellers and antique dealers for almost a century

五件二十世紀象牙彫李白像 兩件有乾隆款，兩件有成化款 一件已經過修復

A set of 4 ivory carvings of Li Bai, China, 20th century, 2 with Qianlong mark, 2 with Chenghua mark, various sizes, 15.5 cm high max (1 restored)

Provenance: Ghezzi family collection from Zurich, jewellers and antique dealers for almost a century

五件二十世紀象牙彫李白像
兩件有乾隆款，兩件有成化款
一件已經過修復

Overall wear to the surfaces

Numerous cracks and splits

Some nicks

Some surface scratches

Some cracks

Some chips

Restorations on the largest carving. Visible traces of glue

Customs stamp under one of the Li Bai (the one holding a book)

This lot contains ivory. Commercial trade in ivory is regulated. Piguet therefore recommends that, before taking any action related to a potential purchase or handling of an ivory item, buyers seek advice on the applicable regulations and requirements. Piguet will not conduct any applications for exemption certificates, CITES licenses, registrations, or similar documents that may be required, including their renewal or update, nor arrange for import or export permits needed for international shipping. A buyer's inability or delay in obtaining the necessary documentation, or in lawfully arranging the export or import of the lot, will not justify the cancellation of the sale or a delay in payment.