- 1204
FIVE BRONZE VESSELS JAPAN, MEIJI PERIOD
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
comprising a pair of champlevé enamel lamps; a pair of bronze lanterns; and a vase with a hemispherical body, the base signed Echigo no kami saku, the surface with simulated patina (6)
Provenance
Collection of A. Alfred Taubman.
Condition
The vase with small chip losses at the mouthrim. Dents, pitting and faint scratches throughout. The top of both lanterns with a layer of coating and oxidation throughout. The candle sticks with pitting to the enamel, and they are wired as lamps.
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.