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AN EBOSHI KABUTO [HELMET] EDO PERIOD, 17TH CENTURY | A LACQUERED EBOSHI-STYLE KABUTO EDO PERIOD, 17TH CENTURY (WITH LATER ADDITIONS)
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- 40 cm., 15 3/4 in. wide.
decorated in black lacquer with two-circular mon, with fukigaeshi [turnbacks] and five-tier itazane shikoro [neckguard], the kuwagata with central lacquered wood maedate of pawlonia [kirimon] iron hanbo [faceguard] black lacquered
Exhibited
Samurai exhibition in the Wereldmuseum in Rotterdam (11th October 2012-24th March 2013).
Literature
Bas J.M. Verberk, Samurai, exhibition in the Wereldmuseum, (Rotterdam, 2012), p. 144.
Condition
- Overall in good condition with some cracks to the black lacquer, including on the peak as can be seen in the image - Mempo with old damage to the lacquer.
"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."