拍品 6
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A ZABOSHI SO FUKURIN KABUTO [HELMET] EDO PERIOD, 17TH CENTURY |

估價
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
招標截止

描述

a thirty-two plate iron koshozan style suji-bachi with gilt zaboshi and fukurin on the suji, black-lacquered mabisashi [peak], five tier shikoro [neckguard] of black-lacquered kittsuke-zane with variegated kebiki-odoshi lacing, mabisashi  and fukigaeshi [turnbacks] with cord fukurin

Condition

There is some slight cracking to the lacquer if the helmet bowl but none of the lacquer is lifting. There are some repairs to the lacing of the shikiro and some chips to the black lacquer on the underside. Please note all armours by the nature of their use and age have some old wear overall.
"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."