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Statuette d'Amitayus en bronze doré, Chine, dynastie Qing, époque Qianlong (1736-1795)
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
assis en vajrasana sur un trône ajouré recouvert d'une draperie retombant sur le devant, entouré d'une mandorle enflammée, les mains ramenée en avant en dhyanamudra tenant à l'origine un vase, vêtu du dhoti et paré de bijoux, le visage serein coiffé d'une tiare richement ouvragée
Provenance
Collection particulière du sud de la France
Condition
Overall good condition with expected wear to the gilding, more pronounced on the forearms and the face (visible on the catalogue illustration), a few light scratches and dents to the surface (on the figure knees and along the edge of the foot rim), the rear rail of the base is somewhat bent, there are incised character marks inside the base, the base of the figure is sealed.
"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."