A tortoiseshell vase with Shibayama inlays, Japan, Meiji period, 20.5 cm high, 11 cm diameter (exterior) (damage and restorations)

Please note that Piguet will not be able to assist buyers with the shipment outside Switzerland of any lots containing elephant ivory, tortoiseshell, coral or exotic skins. A buyer’s inability to export or import these lots outside of Switzerland cannot justify a delay in payment or cancellation of the sale.

A tortoiseshell vase with Shibayama inlays, Japan, Meiji period, 20.5 cm high, 11 cm diameter (exterior) (damage and restorations)

Please note that Piguet will not be able to assist buyers with the shipment outside Switzerland of any lots containing elephant ivory, tortoiseshell, coral or exotic skins. A buyer’s inability to export or import these lots outside of Switzerland cannot justify a delay in payment or cancellation of the sale.

Overall wear to the surface
Some lacks
Wear to the lacquer
Some surface scratches
Weight: 466g
Some chips
Some cracks and splits
Some nicks
Some grazes
Restorations
Some damage
Stand: one of the feet comes off, with traces of glue

This lot contains ivory and coral. Commercial trade in ivory and coral is regulated. Piguet therefore recommends that, before taking any action related to a potential purchase or handling of an ivory item, buyers seek advice on the applicable regulations and requirements. Piguet will not conduct any applications for exemption certificates, CITES licenses, registrations, or similar documents that may be required, including their renewal or update, nor arrange for import or export permits needed for international shipping. A buyer's inability or delay in obtaining the necessary documentation, or in lawfully arranging the export or import of the lot, will not justify the cancellation of the sale or a delay in payment.