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June 16, 2015

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LOT 230

Lot 230

Pair of Japanese Komai of Kyoto Damascene Ware Gold and Silver Inlaid Iron Vases, Meiji Period, late 19th century

Pair of Japanese Komai of Kyoto Damascene Ware Gold and Silver Inlaid Iron Vases, Meiji Period, late 19th century
Lot 230 Details
Pair of Japanese Komai of Kyoto Damascene Ware Gold and Silver Inlaid Iron Vases, Meiji Period, late 19th century

each finely worked in nunome zogan technique with scenes of cock fights amongst grape vines, under geometrically banded shoulders to flaring lip, and each with nine character inlaid seal of the Komai workshop: "Nippon-koku Kyoto jyu, Komai-sei"
height 5.4" — 13.8 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $6,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Pair of Japanese Komai of Kyoto Damascene Ware Gold and Silver Inlaid Iron Vases, Meiji Period, late 19th century
  • Pair of Japanese Komai of Kyoto Damascene Ware Gold and Silver Inlaid Iron Vases, Meiji Period, late 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

In substantially very good condition. One missing liner.

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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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