Lot 620
  • 620

Japan, Edo Period (1600-1868)

Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description

  • Five Case Inro
  • unsigned
  • lacquer, ivory
  • inro long 11cm., 4¼in and ojime long 2.5cm., ½in.
decorated over the roiro ground with cranes over pine trees in gold hiromakie, with an ivory netsuke carved as a skull and an ivory ojime carved as a skeleton hugging the inro chord

Condition

Generally fair. Typical wear to lacquer. Ivory stained.
"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."