Lot 413
  • 413

A PAIR OF JAPANESE EIGHT-FOLD PLAIN GOLD SCEEENS 18TH/19TH CENTURY

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • paper
gold on paper ground with a stained wood frame

Provenance

Purchased from Greg Baker, London, 2008.

Condition

The screens are in good overall condition with the exception of patched repairs to several tears including a 13 and 30cm., long repair to one; and four patched repairs between 12 and 20cm., long to the other; minor scratches and rubbing to both..
"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."