Lot 174
  • 174

Paire de potiches Imari Japon, XVIIE siècle, vers 1680

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description

chacune décorée dans la palette traditionelle de bleu sous couverte, rouge de fer et émaux dorés de pivoines, chrysanthèmes et fleurs de cerisiers, une frise alternée de cartouches à décor de lotus sur l'épaule, le col et les couvercles avec des karakusa et rinceaux fleuris

Condition

Each with some rubbing as expected to the gilding otherwise in good condition. With a forked crack to the body and the glaze as result of a firing fault, approximately 1 by 1 cm. One of the cover has been broken in halves with a restored knob, the other cover intact but with a cheap to the finial. Please use the zoom feature on our website at www.sothebys.com/ browse catalogue to closely inspect the surface texture of the item.
"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.
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