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KITAGAWA UTAMARO (1753-1806) AND CHÔBUNSAI EISHI (1756-1829) THREE PRINTS
Estimate
5,000 - 10,000 HKD
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Description
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comprising Kitagawa Utamaro, Hanamurasaki of the tamaya with attendants Shirabe and Teriha, from the series Snow, Moon, and Flowers in the Pleasure Quarters and Mount Goten, from the book Statue of Fugen (fugen-zo), 1790; and Chôbunsai Eishi, Tamagiku of the Kado-Tamaya, kamuro Kikuno and Kikuji, from the series New Year Fashions as Fresh as Young Leaves
Condition
Hanamurasaki with attendant:
Fairly good impression. Colours somewhat faded with toned paper as visible on the photo with a few repairs, predominantly along upper right edge.
Mount Goten from the book statue of Fugen:
Good impression. Colours a bit faded. Some wear to corners and masking tape to reverse. Centre fold secured at each end.
Tamagiku of the Kado-Tamaya:
Fair impression, colours soemwhat faded as visible on the photo. Lightly backed with some repairs to upper corners.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."