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A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF BUDDHA MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt bronze
the figure seated in dyhanasana, the right hand in bhumisparsa and the left in dhyanamudra, wearing a dhoti, embroidered with foliage to the hems, the face with a serene expression flanked by pendulous ears, the hair tied in tight curls
Provenance
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 28th April 1998, lot 931.
Condition
There is a 6cm by 3mm crack/break to the back of the neck as well as a 6cm long dent to the bottom of the reverse, with an associated 1cm long crack. The base plate and sutras are missing and there are a number of nicks and scratches to the surface throughout as well some areas of rubbing to the gilding.
"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."