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Statuette de Chakrasamvara en bronze doré Népal, XVIE siècle
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description
- Gilt-bronze
- Haut. 18,3 cm
debout en alidhasana sur un socle lotiforme, écrasant avec ses pieds des petits démons allongés, enlaçant dans ses bras principaux sa parèdre Shiva se tenant à son cou avec la jambe droite enroulée autour de sa taille, ses dix autres bras rayonnant autour de lui tenant chacun un attribut, sa tête à quatre visages couronnée et surmontée d'un ornement, richement paré de bijoux, arborant une ceinture ouvragée sertie de crânes réduits, non scellé
Provenance
Acquired from Jean-Claude Moreau-Gobard, Paris, prior to 1966.
Condition
The figure is in overall very good condition. Base and figure are not separate. Here is some light wear to the gilding. There are traces of red pigment to the hair.
"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."