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Five-Panel Screen
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Five-Panel Screen
- gilt and black lacquer
- height 8 ft.; 243.8 cm
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The five panels continuously decorated with harbor scene of fishing boats surrounded by a mountain range, with a gold lacquer Japanese maple tree in the foreground. The reverse of each panel in black lacquer. Scattered minor nicks and scratches to lacquered surfaces. Approximately 5-6 losses to lacquer on panel edges. Nicks, dents and scratches to moulded wood paneling of base consistent with age and use. The reverse of one panel with a scratch approximately 14 inches in length and an area of concentrated scratches approximately 4 inches in diameter, these scratches show white paint residue.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.