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A ZUNARI KABUTO [HELMET] EDO PERIOD, 17TH CENTURY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
a russet iron plate, zunari kabuto, with zaboshi and applied hanabishi, the mabisashi [peak] with embossed wrinkles and eyebrows, five tier itazane shikoro [neckguard] with dark blue sugake-odoshi lacing, the fukigaeshi [turnbacks] with applied silver yotsu meyi mon
Condition
Overall this helmet is in fine condition. The shikiro has slight chips to the edges of the lacquer, and there is some damage to the black lacquer in the underside of the peak. There are a number of lacquer losses to the underside of the shikiro. Please note all armours by the nature of their use and age have some old wear overall.
"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."