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A GILT-LACQUERED WOOD FIGURE OF BUDDHA MING DYNASTY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- WOOD
- 21.5 cm, 8 1/2 in.
the figure seated in dhyanasana, the right hand in bhumisparsamudra, the left in dhyanamudra, wearing a dhoti and shawl draped over the left shoulder, the face with a serene downcast expression, his hair gathered in tight curls
Provenance
Collection of Dr J.H. Zeeman, Charge d'Affairs, Embassy of the Netherlands, Beijing, 1954-1957.
Condition
The figure is in overall good condition, with the exception of the tip of one finger and a few tips of the ushnisha which are lost. There is a crack around each hand, and a few more at the end of the figure's robes. There are some loss of lacquer to the base, and rubbing to the gilding overall.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."