Japan, Edo Period, 18th-19th | century Kankiten (Ganapati)
Japan
Edo Period, 18th-19th century
Kankiten (Ganapati)
gilt-bronze and patinated bronze
cast, chiselled and engraved as two embracing elephant-headed figures standing on a lotus flower base
height: 12cm., 4¾in.
Condition Report:
There are some light surface marks, including small scratches and rubbing to gilt.
"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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Japan
Edo Period, 18th-19th century
Kankiten (Ganapati)
gilt-bronze and patinated bronze
cast, chiselled and engraved as two embracing elephant-headed figures standing on a lotus flower base
height: 12cm., 4¾in.
Condition Report:
There are some light surface marks, including small scratches and rubbing to gilt.
"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."