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A THANGKA DEPTICTING USHNISHAVIJAYA CHINA, QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Distemper on cloth
- 28 x 19 inches
the three-headed goddess seated in vajraparyankasana, holding a vishvavajra in the primary right hand and a pasha in the primary left hand, a small figure of Amitabha in the secondary right hand, a sara in the tertiary right hand and a dhanus in the tertiary left hand, a nidana-kumbha in the quaternary left hand, surrounded by a retinue of emanations, framed in a textile mount
Provenance
Parrish Art Museum, acquired before 1971.
Condition
Surface abbrasions, wear, some losses to green and blue pigments, as viewed. Framed in a textile mount.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.