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A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF VAJRADHARA TIBET, 15TH/16TH CENTURY
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt bronze, turquoise, lapis lazuli, glass
the cast figure seated in dhyanasana on a double lotus, the hands crossed at the heart holding the stems of two lotuses rising to his sides supporting the vajra on his right and ghanta on his left, the lower body clad in a dhoti, wearing multiple necklaces, bracelets and a multi-part tiara all inlaid with hardstones, the face serene with eyes gazing downward, the hair piled in a chignon
Condition
Unsealed, with a loss to lower section of lotus stem at the figure's right shoulder. Wear to the gilding and scratching to the top of the base. Some stones possibly replaced.
"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."