Lot 357
  • 357

Paravent à six feuilles de l'école de Kano Japon, époque Edo, XVIIIE siècle

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description

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à décor d'un grand karashishi bondissant devant une cascade, en encre et pigment sur fond de papier gofun

Provenance

Collection particulière française

Condition

Some overall wears and tears to the paper and scratches consistent with age as well as some wears to the brocade mounts (visible on the catalogue illustration) ; from right to left : the first panel : some wears and tears ao the gold paper to the interstice with the second panel ; small woodworms in the middle ; overall light scratches and some losses to the gold ground ; second and third panel : some water stains above the waves at the level of the interstice ; a few black stains above as well as to the bottom of the panel ; some wears and tears at the level of the animal's rear left paw ; a few losses to the gold ground ; fourth panel : a diagonal tear to the paper on the green rock (20cm) below the chichi's head ; some small wear and light scratches to the animal's mane ; 5th and 6th panel : similar light scratches to the surface and a few black stains to the top register ; some woodworms (6cm) between the two panels approx. 10cm from the top of the waves ; the paper on the top section is a bit dry and slightly detaching from the wood board. Some tears and wears to the interstice ; otherwise overall excellent painting and attractive design.
"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."