- 796
A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF AVALOKITESHVARA QING DYNASTY, 17TH / 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Height 9 7/8 in., 25 cm
the regal figure depicted seated in vajraparyankasana with the proper left hand holding a ceramic 'jewel' with traces of gilding, the raised hand in vitarka mudra, a cowl draped over the high jatamukata and embellished with a stone inlay above a small figure of Amitabha seated on a double lotus base, with heavy earrings and an elaborate necklace, the body clothed in a robe and dhoti with incised foliate borders, all raised on a double-lotus base
Provenance
Palm Springs Private Collection.
Condition
The mandorla and base plate are missing. Wear to the gilding, minor pitting and dents, and minute areas of oxidation. The inlay and the pearl possibly replaced.
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.
Catalogue Note
Compare another gilt-bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara in a cowl, and with similar casting of the facial features, attributed to the 17th century and sold in our London rooms, 10th November 2004, lot 574.