拍品 19
  • 19

A NIMAI-DO GUSOKU [ARMOUR] EDO PERIOD, 18TH - 19TH CENTURY |

估價
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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描述

the sixty-two plate suji-bachi with gilt maedate of a crayfish, four tier kittsuke-zane shikoro, the fukigaeshi with gilt stylized clematis mon, iron face mask with yodare- kake, the cuirass of kittsuke-zane lacquered black and gold and laced with white and orange braid matching the other pendant components, shikoro, yodare-kake, kusazuri. chu-sode, and hai-date, shino sune-ate, with armour box

Condition

Helmet- The helmet bowl has some old wear and signs of old surface rust. The mempo has been re-lacquered to the interior, the midate has some old repairs. In general the rest of the armour is in good condition with wear commensurate with the age and use of the object. Please note all armours by the nature of their use and age have some old wear overall. The armour box has old wear and damage consistent with the age and use of the object.
"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."