STATUETTE D'UN BODHISATTVA EN BRONZE LAQUÉ OR DYNASTIE MING |

assise en rajalilasana sur un qilin harnaché couché et rugissant sur une base lotiforme, la main droite posée sur le genou, la main gauche en appui sur la croupe du fauve, vêtue d’une robe monastique aux bordures incisées de motifs floraux, le torse découvert paré de riches bijoux, le visage charnu en méditation flanqué de longs lobes d’oreilles percés de boucles rondes et surmonté d’une couronne ouvragée abritant une figure miniature du Bouddha Amitabha, les cheveux retenus en un haut chignon  laissant retomber de longues mèches le long des épaules

There is overall wear to the gilding and light dents to the raised parts. There are tiny losses such as the tip of the right index, some tips of the lion's mane. There are very minor casting flaws. One ornament is missing to the back of the crown. The base is very slightly warped.
"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."