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An unusual Japanese silver pedestal bowl, Meiji period, circa 1900
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- Silver
- 31.2cm., 12 1/4 in. diameter, 26.2cm., 10 1/4 in. high
the stylised double-skinned bowl in the form of a lotus flower with applied tendrils, the body embossed in relief with a depiction of the story of the tiger and the crab; featuring two giant crab flanking a half-tiger, half-human figure; the tendril stem supported by a further cast crab attempting to pinch the tigers foot, all raised on a spreading stylised lily base with further attached furled leaf and un-blossomed lotus, character marks stamped to underside
Condition
Various areas of solder repair; junction of supporting crabs claw with foot of tiger, the ankle of the tiger, junction of supporting crab leg with un-blossomed lotus, the upper section of the un-blossomed lotus and around the areas of the central tendril stem junction with the bowl. Otherwise light wear to the high points of the decoration. A couple of light pin-head size dents to the centre of the bowl. Fine surface scratching.
"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."