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A BLUE AND WHITE EWER 17TH CENTURY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain, lacquer stopper and paulownia wood box
the ovoid body rising from a spreading foot to a tall waisted neck, the rim extended forming the spout, set with a loop handle on one side, painted with landscape above a floral band, the shoulder with a band of cherub heads below lappets, the neck with European flowers, lacquer cover and Japanese wood box
Provenance
Kuroyanagi Collection, Japan (according to box).
Condition
The ewer is in good condition with the exception of fritting to the rim and front edge of the spout, the side and tip of the handle, minor glaze firing imperfections including a 5mm., diam., glaze pull to the side of the body and kiln grit to the base of the foot.
Please note there is a label on the box stating: 'Collection of Mr. Kuroyanagi, Japan. '
"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."
"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."