拍品 62A
- 62A
A RARE IRON HORSE MASK MOMOYAMA PERIOD, 16TH CENTURY |
估價
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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描述
- 23.5 cm., 9 1/8 in. long
the russet iron mask with a strap riveted construction engraved with pierced details including plum blossom
Condition
- As can be seen clearly in the image, there is some surface rust and pitting, commensurate with age and use. - One of the riveted pieces at the front is slightly detached.
"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."
拍品資料及來源
This rare horse muzzle is in the style of those found in Europe at the end of the 16th century. For similar European examples see: Antoni Romuald Chodyński, Horse Muzzles (Munich, 1987), pp. 4-20.
A similar European example from the Royal House of Hanover sold in these rooms 5th October 2005. For others, in the Wallace Collection – go to: //www.wallacecollection.org/
A similar European example from the Royal House of Hanover sold in these rooms 5th October 2005. For others, in the Wallace Collection – go to: //www.wallacecollection.org/