Lot 3698
  • 3698

A LARGE GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF SHADBHUJA MAHAKALA QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |

Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description

  • 24.2 cm, 9 1/2  in.
depicted standing on an elephant-headed prostrate figure atop an oval lotus base, the principal arms raised before the chest holding a kartrika and a kapala, with the secondary and tertiary arms behind holding a flayed elephant skin, the bare body adorned with beaded jewellery, a snake and a billowing celestial scarf, above a garland of skulls around the round belly, the fierce three-eyed face with exaggerated features, surmounted by a crown of skulls before flaming hair

Condition

Overall good condition, with just general surface wear, oxidisation and rubbing to the gilding. There are insignificant bruises to the tips of the design. The base plate is missing.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

Gilt-bronze figures of Shadbhuja Mahakala of this large size and quality are rare. Another closely related example with similar powerful countenance, originally acquired from Josette Schulmann, Paris, was sold in our New York rooms, 20th March 2013, lot 252.