Auction 251023 auction_part_2510231 IMPORTANT COLLECTION, HONG KONG, TOMMY LAM
By Subastas Darley
Oct 25, 2023
Av. Menéndez Pidal 13 Valencia, Spain

October 25th at 13:30 h (Spain, Valencia)


SPECIAL SESSION

IMPORTANT COLLECTION OF HONG KONG TOMMY LAM - ASIAN ART

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Mr. Tommy Lam's collection is one of the most important private collections of Asian art, highlighting his unique and top quality jade pieces. For the first time, after a long career as a collector, he presents an exclusive sample of his large collection.


Mr. Tommy Lam is a successful businessman, gemologist and philanthropist specializing in jewelry and a member of the Hong Kong Jade Chamber of Commerce (香港玉器商會). His appreciation for Chinese culture has prompted him to participate since the 1980s continuously in charitable activities, highlighting donations in education with the development of schools and teaching materials. Likewise, his restless mind has led him to achieve multiple achievements and trophies in various hobbies, including sport fishing, traditional garden design, golf and as a sports racing driver.


Another of his interests is the history of China, which is why he took up collecting Chinese art in the 1980s, leading him to obtain various items of Chinese culture ranging from the Neolithic period to the end of the Qing dynasty. Over the course of these 40 years he has studied and inspired more people to share this interest as a national pride.


More information in the catalog.


“Inherit the wisdom contained in the ancient jade is transmitting Chinese history and culture."


"承传中国历史文化 , 弘扬古玉内涵智慧 "

                                                           — Tommy Lam


Continuing

SECOND SESSION "ASIAN ART".

Approximate starting time 3:00 p.m.




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LOT 4:

Agate "Mountain" pencil holder, Qing dynasty, Qianlong

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Sold for: €2,200
Start price:
1,800
Estimated price :
€1,800 - €3,000
Buyer's Premium: 27%
VAT: 21% On commission only
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Auction took place on Oct 25, 2023 at Subastas Darley
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Agate "Mountain" pencil holder, Qing dynasty, Qianlong

Made of carved agate in one piece. The body is in the shape of a mountain with monkeys and other elements. The different shades of agate have been chosen to emphasise the decorative aspect and texture. The transparency and quality of the carving are exceptional, and it is in good condition for its age. 

Heilongjiang agate is found in the northwest of the province. This carbon dioxide mineral is of gem grade and is a variant of chalcedony. Agate from this region has beautiful and warm colours, rich colours and a hard texture, very useful for carved crafts. This product was used as a tribute in the Qing dynasty. 

By depicting a mountain, it refers to the three famous mountains of China "Lushan, Yandang and Huangshan". In culture, literature and religion they are identified as the place where gods and immortals live, which creates great fascination. Beliefs indicate that the medicine of immortality can be found there, and that there are also palaces of gold and silver. So thousands of young men and women were sent in search of it. 

Provenance: Important collection of Tommy Lam, Hong Kong, since 1980.

Size: 5.6 x 4.5 x 10 cm; Weight: 237 g