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Rare statuette d'un dignitaire bouddhiste en alliage de cuivre doré, probablement le second Dalai Lama Gendun Gyatso (1476-1542) Tibet, XVIE-XVIIE siècle
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 EUR
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Description
- Gilt-copper alloy
assis sur une double base lotiforme, la main droite en vitarka mudra, la main gauche reposant sur son genou et tenant une tablette, vêtu d'une très riche robe finement incisée de fleurs et retombant en d'exubérants plis, accosté de deux fleurs de lotus surmontées de vajra, le visage serein, re-scellée
Provenance
Acquired in Paris in 1987.
Condition
The figure is finely and heavily cast and richly gilt with finely incised detailing. The base is resealed. There is overall light wear to the gilding and small green patination to the exposed coppery parts of the alloy. There is a dent to the top of the figure's head.
"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."