Okimono DE COQS EN IVOIRE SCULPTE JAPON, EPOQUE MEIJI (1868-1912)

les coqs debout, le regard perçant, les yeux incrustés, le cou tendu vers l'avant, la crête et les plumes du col relevées, la longue queue finement sculptée, socle en bois ; petits manques

Cockerel to the left: The small end fingers and the peg beneath each foot are chipped and missing. A chip to the tip end of one of the tail's feathers. Otherwise in good condition. Cockerel to the right: Two of the four fingers of the right foot are chipped (second and fourth fingers) together with the pegs beneath both feet. A chip to the tip end of three of the tail's feathers. Otherwise in good condition. The woodbase is in good condition with the ivory pegs stuck inside the holes.
"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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