AMESBURY, MASS. – At John McInnis’ August 27 Collector’s Auction, an early Chinese carved zitan wood libation cup more than tripled its $10,000 high estimate to finish at $36,900. The cup’s carving was alive with flora in a mountainous landscape, finely carved in low relief. It stood 4 inches high. An even more impressive leap beyond its estimate came from a large Guerrero Mezcala standing figure, which achieved $24,600 against its $2/4,000 expectation.

The two-session sale featured Africana, Oceanic, Pre-Columbian, tribal and Asian material, several collections, all with excellent provenance.

Prices quoted include the buyer’s premium as stated by the auction house.

For more information, www.mcinnisauctions.com or 978-388-0400.