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Un okimono en ivoire et bronze Epoque Meiji, autour de 1900
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
Figurant une jeune femme [bijin] élégamment allongée sur une base ovale, s'appuyant sur sa main gauche, un peigne dans la main droite, son kimono en bronze patiné, signé avec un cachet Joto
Condition
Her right arm may have detached from the bronze sleeve and been reglued. Three age cracks to the ivory : the longest 1,5 cm, one horizontally across her chest at the opening of the yukata. Two small radiant age cracks to the ivory on her left hand, another one on the top of her hair. A small stain to the ivory beneath her chin, approximatively 3x3 mm. But overall, in fine condition.
"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."