- 1889
CHUGOKU BIJUTSU / CHINESE ART IN WESTERN COLLECTIONS, VOLS. 1-5, TOKYO: KODANSHA LTD., 1973. |
Estimate
600 - 800 USD
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Description
- Paper
complete set with color illustrations, text in Japanese and English, with original dust jackets and slip cases (5)
Condition
Each book is in excellent condition. The plastic dust jackets show expected signs of aging and wear (including tears), and the dust jacket to vol. 5 is lost. The slip covers have normal signs of aging and use, particularly along the edges of the slip cover of vol. 4.
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.