Lot 1145
  • 1145

AN ILLUSTRATION DEPICTING A YOGINI LEANING ON A SWING

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • AN ILLUSTRATION DEPICTING A YOGINI LEANING ON A SWING
  • Opaque watercolor heightened with gold on paper
  • image: 8 7/8 by 5 7/8 in. (27 by 19.8 cm);
  • folio: 10 by 7 in. (25.4 by 17.7 cm) unframed

Condition

Image in good overall condition. Black patterned folio border not visible in catalog illustration. Remnants of glue and paper stuck on folio border which has also been cropped and repaired. Exhibited in a temporary frame.
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.

Catalogue Note

A female ascetic stands leaning on a swing on an orange and red checkerboard terrace against a brilliant blue-green hillside. She addresses another yogini who smokes a hookah. Accompanied by sadhus, scholars, and a small saluki hound.