Asian Auction
Thu, Jun 17, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 268
Group of 14 Assorted Sake Cups and Decanters
Estimate: $50 - $150
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Japanese, 19th/20th century, most unmarked, including: octagonal decanter with raised dragon motif and two matching cups, decanter 5-3/4 x 2 in. diameter; bottle form decanter with floral decoration and one matching cup, decanter 5-3/8 in.; nine other cupsÿof varying size and form,ÿvariously decorated with floral and portrait decoration, 1-1/4 x 1-5/8 in. to 1-3/4 x 3-3/8 in.
Provenance: Collection assembled during the years 1945-1948 in Japan, by a United States Military JAG; Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Condition
surface dirt layer and accretion, scattered surface scratches and light wear to bases and edges, some areas of gilt and paint loss, wear consistent with age and use; dragon decanter with chip to handle
