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A PORCELAIN FIGURE OF HOTEI SEATED, JAPAN, EDO PERIOD, LATE 17TH/EARLY 18TH CENTURY WITH A GILT-BRONZE MOUNT, GERMAN, CIRCA 1740 |
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- porcelain, gilt-bronze
- Haut. 30 cm., larg. 21 cm. ; Height 11 3/4 in., width 8 1/4 in.
the headdress decorated with hard stones and glass and rose leaves; (restorations to the porcelain)
Provenance
Accorsi Gallery, Turin
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. The hotei is broken in several parts and restored with old repainted areas associated with cracks and losses of painting, especially on the lower part and on the bag, as visible on the catalogue illustration. There is wear to the enamels. There are firing flaws especially on the belly. The bronze crown on the head is loose and has been added at a later period. The porcelain flower on it is broken.
"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."