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Anonymous (Japanese School) Circa 1700
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Anonymous (Japanese School)
- Tale of Heike
pair of six-panel screens, color on gold, mounted on brocade
Condition
Top screen - first panel (from the right) some minor old tear and wear toward the lower section but are stabilized (do not need restoration)
2nd panel (from the right) - similar wear to the previous panel
3rd panel - some general tear and wear to top and bottom. There are newer tear in the middle along the pine tree and cart (about 17in) and this should be stabilized. The area of (10 x 11in) on top next the the mountain has a restoration
4th panel - Regular similar old tear and wear, some gofun on the figures ware are flaking
5th panel and 6th good condition
Bottom screen
1st and second panels from the right - old tear and wear but consistent with age
3rd - some old tear to the top part but are stabilized. There are some gofun losses
4th panel - cloud in the middle to the left edge is restored
5th - gold losses to upper part and crackles to the middle
5th hinge (last high, left of the fifth panle) is slightly loose and need to be fortified.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
This pair of screens tells the story of the sudden miyako utsuri (changing capitals) of Heike. In order to avoid the pressures of a religious world, Kiyomori moved the capital from Kyoto to Fukuhara (now Hyogo prefect) on June 2nd 1180. This event was also depicted in Hojoki symobolizing the loss of aristocratic culture.