A Y. Hayashi for Liberty & Co. "Japonisme" chest
Early 20th century
With burn mark: Y. Hayashi / Nikko
The lidded wood chest with hand-carved iris flowers with elements of Arts & Crafts and Art Nouveau design, set upon six splayed legs
20" H x 30" W x 21" D

Overall good condition with general wear, scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks, shrinkage cracks, indentations, and separation at joints commensurate with age. As well, there are scattered chips to carving and veneer, some repairs/fills throughout. Heavier wear to the feet and legs. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.