Description A group of four assorted Japanese yatate
Comprising one of pierced bronze; one of patinated bronze molded with a scholar with gilded decoration; one brass cast with scrolling patterns; the last also of brass with a cast foliate pattern to exterior (4).
L: 8 3/8 in. (longest)
PROVENANCE:
Property sold for the benefit of the Delaware Art Museum
Condition Report Two bronze yatate with scattered verdigris, one with a small casting flaw to both top and bottom; first brass yatate oxidized with light surface soiling; the last brass yatate with light verdigris, scattered surface scratches particularly to underside of inkwell, light surface soiling. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The condition report is provided to assist you with assessing the condition of the lot and is for guidance only. Any reference to condition in the condition report for the lot does not amount to a full description of condition. The images of the lot form part of the condition report for the lot provided by Freeman's. Certain images of the lot provided online may not accurately reflect the actual condition of the lot. In particular, the online images may represent colors and shades which are different to the lot's actual color and shades. The condition report for the lot may make reference to particular imperfections of the lot but you should note that the lot may have other faults not expressly referred to in the condition report for the lot or shown in the online images of the lot. The condition report may not refer to all faults, restoration, alteration or adaptation because Freeman's is not a professional conservator or restorer but rather the condition report is a statement of opinion genuinely held by Freeman's. For that reason, Freeman's condition report is not an alternative to taking your own professional advice regarding the condition of the lot. All transactions are governed by Freeman's Conditions of Sale.