A NANBAN LACQUER SHOKENDAI [LECTERN], MOMOYAMA PERIOD, LATE 16TH-EARLY 17TH CENTURY
THE PROPERTY OF AN ITALIAN GENTLEMAN
A NANBAN LACQUER SHOKENDAI [LECTERN], MOMOYAMA PERIOD, LATE 16TH-EARLY 17TH CENTURY
constructed from two assembled and hinged planks of softwood, decorated overall in gold hiramaki-e on a black lacquer ground and inlaid in mother-of-pearl, now well worn the centre with sunburst and IHS emblem of the Society of Jesus, surrounded by a border of hanabishi, the reverse in black lacquer with an Italian family crest in gold added in Europe and floral sprays
46 cm., 18 in. high
Condition Report:
- As can be seen in the illustration, this is in very poor condition.
"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."
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THE PROPERTY OF AN ITALIAN GENTLEMAN
A NANBAN LACQUER SHOKENDAI [LECTERN], MOMOYAMA PERIOD, LATE 16TH-EARLY 17TH CENTURY
constructed from two assembled and hinged planks of softwood, decorated overall in gold hiramaki-e on a black lacquer ground and inlaid in mother-of-pearl, now well worn the centre with sunburst and IHS emblem of the Society of Jesus, surrounded by a border of hanabishi, the reverse in black lacquer with an Italian family crest in gold added in Europe and floral sprays
46 cm., 18 in. high
Condition Report:
- As can be seen in the illustration, this is in very poor condition.
"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."