Lot 1456
  • 1456

THANGKA DEPICTING VAJRABHAIRAVA TIBET, 19TH CENTURY OR LATER |

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • 47 x 33 cm
the fierce protector Vajrabhairava at center within a flaming aureole, holding a kapala in the primary left hand and a kartrika in the primary right hand, with Tsongkapa, the founder of the Gelug school, at upper left and Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, at the upper right, the lower register with the wrathful offerings of the six senses flanked by Mahakala and Yama Dharmaraja 

Condition

Good and stable overall condition. Areas of abrasion and degradation, particularly visible in sky above flaming aureole and in between the two upper figures in addition to an area in the middle register to the left of the main deity. Water damage running along the entire length of the painting, about a half an inch down the right side. Some horizontal creasing throughout, most noticeable along the midriff of the central figure.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.