STATUETTE DE MANJUSHRI EN CUIVRE DORÉ REPOUSSÉ DYNASTIE QING, XVIIIE SIÈCLE |

assis en vajrasana sur un double socle lotiforme, la main gauche en vitarka mudra tenant une tige de lotus s'épanouissant près de l'épaule, la main droite brandissant initialement un attribut, richement paré de bijoux et d'une tiare incrustée de turquoise et corail, les cheveux retenus en un double chignon, le visage charnu au nez aquilin en méditation, scellée

There is light wear to the gilding. The sword is missing in the right hand. One stem of the lotus flower is half broken and now missing. There are light stress cracks in the center of the bust, on one foot. There is a ca. 4.5 cm dent to the upper part of the back of stand. There are some losses to the stone inlays and some may have been later replacement. The base is sealed.
"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."