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Okimono en ivoire sculpté Japon, époque Meiji (1868-1912)
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- Ivory, wood
représentant un homme assis sur un fagot de bois, tenant sa pipe dans sa main gauche, le regard tourné vers le ciel, sa main droite sur son front protégeant ses yeux de la lumière du soleil, signature Shoko au dos, socle en bois (2)
Provenance
Formerly in the collection of Prince Massimo Montalto di Fragnito and thence in the family by descent.
Condition
The okimono is in overall very good condition with the exception of a small chip to one of the wooden sticks on the lower back of the pile on the figures right hand side. The ivory is patinated to a softer, more yellowish tone than the catalogue illsutration suggests.
"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."
"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."