Lot 182

Early 20th Cent. Chinese Bone Earthquake Detector.

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Early 20th Cent. Chinese Bone Earthquake Detector.

Estimate: $500 - $800

Current Bid: $200

(1 Bid)

by Direct Auction Galleries, Inc.
July 5, 2026 11:00 AM CDT
Live Auction
7232 N. Western Ave
Chicago, IL, US 60645

The tessellated and carved bone item features 8 dragons, 8 frogs, and a figure of a Taoist sage on top. It measures 20" tall, 14 1/4" wide, and 14 1/4" deep. A couple of the frogs and the figure on top are loose in their settings. There is something missing from the figure's left hand. There are also a few gaps on the dragons between the joined parts, and some scratches and stains on the item. Otherwise, it is in overall good condition. Third-party freight shipping or personal pickup is required. Please see our website for our shipping recommendations.

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Bid Increments
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$0 $49 $5
$50 $199 $10
$200 $499 $25
$500 $1,999 $50
$2,000 $4,999 $100
$5,000 $9,999 $250
$10,000 + $1,000