Seizo Sougawara
Deer, circa 1920
Estimate:
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
Seizo Sougawara
1884 - 1937
Deer, circa 1920
black, red and gold lacquered wood, egg-shell
Signed Sougawara on the base
28 x 20 x 8,5 cm ; 11 x 7 ⅞ x 3 ⅜ in.
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Seizo Sougawara
1884 - 1937
Renne, vers 1920
bois laqué noir, rouge et or, coquilles d'oeuf
Signé Sougawara sur la base
28 x 20 x 8,5 cm ; 11 x 7 ⅞ x 3 ⅜ in.
Good overall condition. This masterpiece of Sougawara presents with minor surface scratches and rubbing marks, mainly located at the feet. The base presents with lacquer lacks along the edges. One tiny loss on the third antler, but not visually distracting. All consistent with age.
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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Tajan, Paris, 9 December 2009, lot 47
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Vente Tajan, Paris, 9 décembre 2009, lot 47
Alexandra Jaffré, Seizo Sougawara, Maître laqueur d'Eileen Gray, 2018, Paris, p. 154
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Alexandra Jaffré, Seizo Sougawara, Maître laqueur d'Eileen Gray, 2018, Paris, p. 154