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A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF A BODHISATTVA MING DYNASTY, 16TH/17TH CENTURY
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt bronze
the figure seated in dhyasasana on a double-lotus base, the hands in dharmacakramudra wearing a dhoti and a shawl draped over the shoulders and ornate body jewellery, flanked by two lotus at the shoulders, the hair pulled up in a high chignon and framed with a five-petal diadem
Condition
Unsealed, missing lower section of stem held in the figure's right hand and losses to upper sections of both flowers at the shoulder. A break to lower section of left celestial scarf. Rubbing and wear to gilding, most extensively to the base.
"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."