Lot 110
  • 110

A SET OF THREE SMALL GILT-BRONZE FIGURES OF BUDDHAS QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD |

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • each 9.9 cm, 3 7/8  in.
each seated in dhyanasana on a double lotus base, wearing a sanghati draped over one shoulder, the face with serene expression; the left figure, the Dīpankara Buddha, with both arms raised before the chest with hands held in dharmachakramudra; the middle figure, the Shakyamuni Buddha, with left hand in dhyanamudra and right hand in bhumisparshamudra; the right figure, possibly the Maitreya Buddha, with hands held in dharmachakramudra

Condition

One with missing attribution, and a small patch to the back, another one with a patch on the neck. All three with various minute dents to extremities and surface scratches, in overall fairly good condition.
"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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