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AN IRON KABUTO [HELMET] SIGNED SAOTOME IYETADA EDO PERIOD, 17TH CENTURY | AN IRON HOSHI BACHI SIGNED SAOTOME, MOMOYAMA PERIOD, LATE 16TH CENTURY
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 38 cm., 15 in. wide.
the sixty-two plate iron kabuto with riveted mabisahi [peak] and fukigaeshi [turnbacks] with mon, three-tier shikoro [neckguard] with elaborate gilt tehan kanemono
Condition
- The helmet bowl is in fine condition. - The shikoro has old damage to the lacquer. - The lacing has slightly discoloured and is worn. - The tehen kanemono is very nice with detail of the same mon as on the turnbacks.
"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."