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Maitreya Gilt copper alloy with semiprecious stones Tibet
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Maitreya
- Gilt copper alloy with semiprecious stones
- height 18 7/8 in. (47.9 cm)
Provenance
Acquired 1970s
Condition
Very good overall condition. The figure cast in two parts and joined at waist. The flowers and flower stem cast separately and joined. Chakra on left flower bent forward. Central crown leaf separately cast and attached. Minor wear to gilding overall. More prominent wear to raised pearls around bottom of lotus pedestal. Consecration intact. Baseplate original and undisturbed. Traces of polychrome. No restoration.
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.
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.