Lot 391
  • 391

Exceptionnelle paire de paravents à six feuilles par Sakai Hoitsu (1761-1828) Japon, époque Edo

Estimate
30,000 - 35,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

à décor d'oiseaux et fleurs, encre et pigments sur soie, signés Uka Hoitsu hitsu

Provenance

Collection de Monsieur Sylvain Guignard, Kyoto.

Condition

Overall good condition with the exception of a few foxed spots and light stains in areas ; the first top screen with anhorizontal mark going from the border to the top of the trees on approximatively 9.5cm in the middle of the panel ; other horizontal drawing/pencil mark (5cm) to the 3rd panel running horizontallly from the border below the maple leaves (both visible on the detaileds pictures on line using the zoom) ; the other panels with minor lights stains or minor spots ; the last panel to the right of the second screen with some light grey stains near the prunus flowers ; a few minor fox spots to the other panels but generally the color are fresh and the screen is in good condition as well as the brocade mounts.
"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."