- 1455
THANGKA DEPICTING VAJRAYOGINI TIBET, 18TH/19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- 55 x 40 cm
Vajrayogini striding in alidhasana holding a kartrika and a skull cup, with a garland of skulls around her neck, backed by a flaming halo, with lineage holders and deities in the upper register and wrathful protectors below
Condition
Vertical repair to canvas about two inches in from the right side of the painting. Layer of varnish added to the surface of the canvas. Abrasion, creasing and paint loss throughout. Pinholes visible in each of the four corners of the painting.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.