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A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF BUDDHA MING DYNASTY, 15TH / 16TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
portrayed giving his first sermon, seated in dhyanasana on a lotus throne with both hands raised in dharmacakramudra, clad in loose robes baring his right shoulder, his head crowned by a prominent ushnisha and large cintamani
Provenance
Collection of Bertram Isard (1917-1980).
Condition
The gilt on the surface is worn, the middle finger from the left hand is missing, there is a scratch on the back approximately 3/4 in. (1.9 cm), a minor dent on the left upper arm, and a small section of the beading just above the base of the throne at the back dented out of place. The figure unsealed and the baseplate missing.
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.