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Lot 325
  • 325

Netsuke d'un crâne en ivoire par Hideyuki, Japon, XIXE siècle

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • ivory
représenté de façon extrêmement réaliste, les orbites creuses, les dents écartées, le crâne parcouru de craquelures crantées finement dessinées, signature de Hideyuki à deux caractères à l'arrière

Condition

The netsuke is in overall good condition with a tiny age crack to the ivory just below the left ear behind the jaw ; the actual color of the patina has a slighlty more yellowish tone than the illustration would suggest 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. 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."