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FIVE JAPANESE SHINO-STYLE SMALL MUKOZUKE BOWLS, 17TH / 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 4 in.;10.2 cm
each of cylindrical form rising to a square mouth, decorated with grasses painted in caramel-colored iron brown against a crackled cream glaze. 5 pieces.
Condition
Each bowl has minor expected wear, including small chips to the foot, and some have rim cracks (some possibly from firing); as well as minor manufacturing imperfections (particularly pitting to the well). One has a patched restoration to the rim (length approx. 3 cm).
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.