Lot 766
  • 766

A Karatsu-style large sake ewer (tokkuri) and a stone ware jar 18th/19th century

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
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Description

  • heights 12 3/4 in.; 13 1/2 in.
  • 32 cm; 34 cm
the first with a shaped mouth with a heavy mottled thick green and purple glaze, a large dark brown glaze jar with white splashes with a very small spout on its shoulder.

Condition

The sake bottle has a thin minor chip inside the mouth (around 1/2 in x 1/8 in.), and the small spout of the jar has a small old chip (5mm x 8mm), otherwise good condition. This lot will be offered without reserve.
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.