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Statuette de Vajradhara en bronze doré Tibet, XVE-XVIE siècle
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 EUR
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Description
- Bronze
assis en vajrasana sur un double socle lotiforme, les mains en dharmachakra mudra tenant les tiges de lotus fleurissant près de ses épaules, l'une soutenant une cloche ghanta, son visage en méditation orné de l'urna incrusté de turquoise, les cheveux retenus en chignon surmonté d'un vajra derrière une couronne contenant les effigies des Tathagata, vêtu d'un dhoti aux bordures incisées de fleurs, non scellé
Condition
The lotus flower to the figure's right side is missing but for the stem along its arms and the tip of the leaf on its shoulder. The vajra on the head is bent to one side. There is overall minor wear to the gilding especially to the back of the base. Some inlays are missing, a few are later replacements. The figure is heavily cast. The base is open.
"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."