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Statuette de Bouddha en bois Dynastie Ming
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Wood
assis en vajrasana sur un socle lotiforme, vêtu d'une robe monastique plissée découvrant son torse, le visage serein sous ses cheveux courts coiffés de petites boucles, la tête surmonté de l'ushnisha, le bois finement poli, traces de polychromie
Condition
The figure is in overall good condition. It is carved from a single piece of wood. The figure's right hand is missing and there are losses to the tips of the fingers on the figure's left hand. There are several vertical cracks to the wood visible to the back of the figure and traces of red and gold pigment on the back of the figure and the back of the neck and ears. The letters P.40 and L. 42.34.8 are written in red on the lower back of the figure.
"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."