Portrait de Tsongkhapa Tibet, XVIIIE siècle pigments sur soie

le moine fondateur de l'ordre des Gelugpa assis en dhyanasana sur une base lotiforme, vêtu de la robe monastique et de la coiffe conique caractéristique, un bol rempli d'offrandes symbolisant les cinq sens à ses pieds, les mains en dharmacakrapravartana, le mudra de l'enseignement, encadré par des tiges chargées de fleurs de lotus, un livre reposant sur l'une d'entre elles à droite

There are several horizontal cracks across the painting with associated loss of pigment, most notably across the upper part of the face and just below the neck. There are several smaller horizontal cracks and some vertical cracks scattered across the painting, particularly to the lower part along the rim. There are some areas where the pigment has worn away and has left the textile visible. The colours are more vibrant and the painting sharper than the catalogue illustration suggests.
"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."