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


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SECOND SESSION "ASIAN ART".

Approximate starting time 3:00 p.m.




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LOT 31:

White jade immortal pendant, Ming dynasty, Wanli

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Sold for: €950
Start price:
800
Estimated price :
€800 - €1,500
Buyer's Premium: 27%
VAT: 21% On commission only
Users from foreign countries may be exempted from tax payments, according to the relevant tax regulations
Auction took place on Oct 25, 2023 at Subastas Darley
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White jade immortal pendant, Ming dynasty, Wanli

Made of white Hetian jade, carved in one piece. It shows an immortal riding a white crane with engraved and beautifully rendered details. In very good condition and with a cord decorated with an agate bead.

In many cases it symbolizes longevity, peace, elegance and more meanings of good fortune. On the other hand, there is a saying in Buddhism that driving a crane to the west means "Paradise is a place where people can go after death". Therefore, it was a belief in ancient times that the crane could signify death in this respect.

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

Size: 5 x 2 x 5.1 cm; Weight: 55 g