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Deux okimono en ivoire Japon, Epoque Meiji (1868-1912)
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
le premier d'un samourai debout le sabre levé, signé Toshichika; le second d'une bijin tenant un enfant dans ses bras, son kimono gravé d'un décor d'éventails, un chat jouant à ses pieds dans les pans de sa robe, signé Beisen
Condition
Lady and cat: A chip to the tail of the cat and to one side of its collar, otherwise good
Samurai: The leggs of the rooster to his right are repaired, the sword's blade may be reshaped and reduced in length, a few minute chips: to the hem of his kimono, extremity of his feet, beek of the bird's on his right. Otherwise good.
"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."