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A POLYCHROME LACQUERED WOOD SEATED BUDDHA LATE MING DYNASTY
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- Gilt-lacquer wood
- 45cm., high
seated in dhyanasana on a double-lotus base, with the hands held in dhyanamudra, wearing a long robe open at the chest, the face with a serene expression and the hair in tight curls covering the ushnisha below a globular jewel, wood stand
Provenance
Tajan Paris, 11th April 2012.
Condition
There is extensive loss and cracking to the lacquer, loss to the end of the thumb on the left hand, loss to the tips of the fingers on the right hand, loss to the tip of a lotus petal to the rear of the base, minor nicks and losses to the extremities and a partially filled large crack running across the base.
"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."