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A HOSHI BACHI KABUTO [HELMET] EDO PERIOD, 17TH CENTURY | A HOSHI BACHI SIGNED SATOME IYETADA, MOMOYAMA PERIOD, LATE 16TH CENTURY
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- 40cm., 15 3/4 in. wide.
the sixty-two plate russet iron kabuto, riveted mabisashi [peak], the fukigaeshi [turnbacks] with mon, three-tier kittsu kozane shikoro [neckguard], elaborate copper-gilt tehan kanemono, the maedate in the form of shikami with the head of a karashishi and the ears of an ox in iroe hiramaki-e and horse hair, the Nara school mask with horse hair moustache
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. 134.
Condition
- Helmet bowl in nice condition. - Maedate with some old damage as can be seen in the illustration. - Mask with some old repairs and lacing worn.
"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."