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A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF AVALOKITESVARA SUI/TANG DYNASTY
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt bronze, wood, paulownia wood
cast standing with left knee faintly bent and body twisting in elegant tribhanga, dressed in long skirts and draping scarves knotted intricately over the belly while leaving the torso bare, the left hand lowered grasping the long stems of lotus-bud and leaf, the right arm raised holding a flaming disc-like jewel, the face with a serene expression surmounted by an elaborate headdress, all supported on a circular lotus base raised on stylised foliage, fitted wood stand and Japanese wood box
Condition
The figure is in good condition with the exception of minor pitting due to burial and malachite and cuprite encrustation to the back, and overall scratches and rubbing to the gilded decoration.
"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."