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A FIVE-CASE INRO MEIJI PERIOD, LATE 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 13 cm, 5 1/8 in.
decorated in iroe togidashi with a bijin, and children preparing for the Boys Festival holding a large tray upon which are Samurai dolls and a man holding a stand with festival banners, nashiji base, gold lacquer interiors, fundame rims
Provenance
Sir Trevor Lawrence Sold Sir Trevor Lawrence Collection, Christie's December 1916, lot 96
Condition
This large togidashi-e inro is overall in fine condition. There is some wear to the rises on the interior and a slight crack in the lacquer on the top case.
"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."