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Statuette d'Amitayus en alliage de cuivre doré Tibet, circa XIVE-XVE siècle
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Gilt-bronze
assis en vajrasana sur une double base lotiforme, les mains en dhyana mudra portant le vase contenant l'élixir d'immortalité, les jambes couvertes d'un fin dhoti, le corps orné de bijoux incrustés de pierres, le visage serein aux yeux mi-clos, scellée
Provenance
Acquired in Germany in the 1960s by the father of the present owner.
Condition
The base is sealed. There is minor wear to the gilding particularly around the base of the figure and some of the inlays are missing, others may have been replaced. There are some inlays missing. The flame-shaped jewel securing the hair bun is bending slightly to the front. There is a crack on the left ribbon, near the figure's left elbow.
"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."