Asian Art Auction

June 18, 2010

LOT 46

Lot 46

Iron Articulated Jizai Iseebi (Lobster), Edo Period, Early 19th Century

Iron Articulated Jizai Iseebi (Lobster), Edo Period, Early 19th Century
Lot 46 Details
Iron Articulated Jizai Iseebi (Lobster), Edo Period, Early 19th Century

The realistically rendered crustacean with moveable tail, body, legs and antennae. Original titled box
length 13" — 33 cm.
signed Myochin

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $1,020
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Iron Articulated Jizai Iseebi (Lobster), Edo Period, Early 19th Century
  • Iron Articulated Jizai Iseebi (Lobster), Edo Period, Early 19th Century
  • Iron Articulated Jizai Iseebi (Lobster), Edo Period, Early 19th Century
Note:

For a comparable, see Bonham’s London ‘Fine Japanese Art’, November 5th 2009, lot 279. A similar model of a prawn can be found in Sotheby’s London ‘Japanese Works of Art’, November 15th, 2001, lot 580.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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