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A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF SHAKYAMUNI BUDDHA QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
seated in dhayanasana, the right hand in bhumisparsha mudra, the left hand in avakasha mudra, supporting a now-missing attribute, clad in a close-fitting dhoti with foliate hem and draped over the left shoulder, the serene face with downcast eyes set in a meditative expression, flanked by long pendulous ears, the head and domed ushnisa covered with tight curls and surmounted by a jewel, all supported on a double lotus pedestal with unsealed base
Provenance
Collection of William D. B. Alexander (1858-1929), Cleveland, Ohio, and thence by descent.
Condition
In overall good condition. There are a few minute indentations to the left side of the face. The attribute held in the left hand is missing. General wear to the surface, as can be expected. The base plate is lost.
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.