- 1067
A COPPER ALLOY FIGURE OF SEATED BUDDHA Swat Valley, 6th/7th Century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Buddha
- Copper alloy with silver and copper inlay
- height 5 7/8 in. (25.8 cm)
the Buddha seated in vajraparyankasana on a high lotus throne, the right hand extended in varada mudra, the eyes inlaid with silver and lips inlaid with copper
Provenance
Spink and Son, Ltd., 1970s.
Condition
Object is slightly darker than appears in catalogue illustration. Lower left arm missing, as illustrated in catalogue. Part of the back below the shoulders missing. Small crack left knee and along lower base on rear. Weathering and minor accretion throughout. No restoration.
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.