- 1205
A PAINTED WOOD FIGURE OF FUDO MYOO JAPAN, 16TH / 17TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- wood
the deity backed by a flame, holding a kurikara sword to stab devils, and a rope to catch demons, supported by a rockwork base
Provenance
Christie's New York, 22nd September 2004, lot 229.
Condition
There are some lacquer losses to the face and the robe, as seen in the catalogue illustration. There is a vertical stabilized vertical crack 2 inches from the right on the flame, and 2 sections of the flame have been separated and now stabilized. The flame has been glued to the base.
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.