A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF PALDEN LHAMO QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

seated on a galloping donkey draped with human flayed skin, the right hand raised and the left holding a skull cap to the chest, adorned in beaded jewels and a billowing celestial scarf, the ferocious face with exaggerated features and pierced with a third eye between the eyebrows, the flaming hair surmounted by a five-skull crown, on a base of turbulent waves and bones surrounded by rocky mountain

This figure is in good condition, but there is rubbing to the gilding to various areas including the hands, arms, neck, chest, legs and feet of the figure and the neck, the legs of the horse and the base. There are also minor nicks and scratches throughout.
"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."