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Figure d'Avalokiteshvara en bronze doré Sino-tibétain, Dynastie Qing, XVIIIE siècle
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
le Bodhisattva aux onze têtes et huit bras, sur une base lotiforme, les mains principales en anjali mudra, une perle de Bouddha dans sa main droite supérieure, divers instruments rituels dans ses mains gauches, dont l'arc, la flèche et le pot à eau, vêtu d'une peau d'antilope en écharpe sur son torse dénudé, une longue jupe maintenue par une ceinture perlée
Condition
The figure is overall in good condition with the exception of a 2,5cm section at the tip-end of the billowing veil around her shoulders which has chipped off and is missing (showing bottom left on the illustration in the catalogue). Some expected wear and light pitting to the gilding, more pronounced on the lacquer gilding of the forearms and the feet, the Buddhist implements in her extending left hand may be a later replacement, the base 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."