253 - A JAPANESE RED-LACQUERED WOOD SADDLE, EDO PERIOD

A JAPANESE RED-LACQUERED WOOD SADDLE, EDO PERIOD The traditional four-part wooden kura saddle, constructed with a high arched pommel and cantle joined by two sideboards, lacquered in red and decorated in gold and black with flowering branches and stylized cloud motifs. Retaining several iron fittings. Japan, Edo period, 18th to early 19th century. Dimensions: 18 7/8 x 13 x 9 1/2 in., (47.9 x 33 x 24.1 cm.) Condition: Age-related wear, cracking, losses, and lifting of the lacquer. Old splits, open joints, and inactive insect holes in the wood. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.