Paire de vases en bronze partiellement doré Japon, époque Meiji

à décor animalier en relief sur fond à imitation de vannerie, les bases signées

Please note that this condition report was made on September 5th 2016 inside Robert de Balkany's hôtel rue de Varenne; this lot will be shipped to Sotheby's galleries before the exhibit and the sale. One vase, previously mounted as a lamp and pierced under the base in the middle of the signature. The side depicting a snake with a pinpoint hole near the butterfly, and some vert de gris on the rim. The other vase in very good condition, with a three character mark under 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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