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Statuette de Guanyin à l'enfant en bronze doré Chine, dynastie Ming, XVIIE siècle
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description
- Bronze
assise en dhyanasana, la main droite en vitarkamudra, un enfant aux mains jointes assis sur son genou gauche, vêtue d'une longue robe brodée, la poitrine recouverte d'un collier précieux, le visage encadré de longues boucles d'oreille, la tête recouverte d'un voile abritant une image de bouddha
Provenance
Acquired in Denmark in the 1950s.
Condition
One attribute missing in her right hand ; some expected ligh wear and scratches to the gilding ; some rectangular patches scattered in the metal to the back of the figure (one is 1x6cm along the rim) ; the base 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."