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Statuette de Manjusri en bronze doré Dynastie Qing, XVIIIE siècle
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description
- Gilt bronze, turquoise, red coral
assis en vajrasana sur un double socle lotiforme, la main gauche en vitarka mudra tenant une tige de lotus s'épanouissant près de l'épaule, la main droite brandissant une épée au-dessus de la tête, richement paré de bijoux et d'une tiare incrustés de turquoises et corail, les cheveux retenus en un double chignon, le visage charnu au nez aquilin en méditation, scellé
Provenance
Collection J. Sauvenière (1913-2000).
Thence in the family by descent.
Thence in the family by descent.
Condition
The sword held in the figure's right hand is a later replacement. There is light overall wear to the gilding and some losses to the inlays and some replacements. The base is sealed.
"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."