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Deux statuettes de bouddha en bronze doré chine, dynastie qing, XVIIIE siècle
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
tous deux assis en dhyanasana sur une double base lotiforme, la main gauche en bhumisparshamudra, la main droite en avakashamudra, vêtus d'un fin dhoti brodé, le visage serein aux yeux en amande, la chevelure bouclée ramenée en un haut chignon surmonté de l'ushnisha, l'un avec un sceptre vajra devant lui, les bases non scellées ; manque une main à l'un (2)
Provenance
Acquired from Galerie Luigi Laura, Monaco, 1970.
Condition
The right hand of one is missing, expected light wear to the gilding of both consistent with age, mostly to the smaller one ; both bases are unsealed.
"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."