Lot 87
  • 87

STATUETTE D'AMITAYUS EN BRONZE DORÉ DYNASTIE QING, XVIIIE SIÈCLE |

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description

  • 17,5 cm,  6 7/8  in.
assis en vajrasana sur un double socle lotiforme, les mains jointes en dhyana mudra, le visage en méditation, les paupières baissées, les lèvres finement dessinées esquissant un sourire, les cheveux retenus en un haut chignon derrière une tiare à cinq fleurons, vêtu d'un dhoti attaché par une ceinture et paré de précieux bijoux, scellée

Provenance

Acquired in Paris, 5th December 1989, lot 74.

Condition

Some overall wear to the gilding, particularly to the face and back, attribute in the hands missing, the base sealed.Some inlays missing, others may have been replaced later.
"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."