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Kitagawa Utamaro
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Kitagawa Utamaro
- Oban Tate-e: Hime Dochu Kago Mae no zu
- Woodcut printed in colors
- 378 by 255 mm 14 7/8 by 10 in
Woodcut printed in colors, signed Utamaro hitsu, on Japan paper, with the publisher's seal, Wakasaya, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition apart from a flattened crease at the lower left corner, and a small area of discoloration at center in the woman's kimono. The sheet is backed with a second sheet of Japan and the colors slightly attenuated.
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.