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Three Japanese Export silver and enamel vases and a box, circa 1900
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- large vase marked on base Jungin (silver) and with Turtle mark
- Silver, enamel
- height of large vase 8 3/4 in.
- 22.2cm
all decorated with cloisonné enamel wisteria, comprising two small vases with river landscapes and birds, serpants encircling the necks, a large vase with two dragon-form handles, the hinged box also decorated with cloisonné enamel irises and chrysanthemums
Condition
one small vase with two small dents to the body, large vase with several small dings to body, box with one small ding to back; otherwise good condition with no losses to the enamel
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.