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A SMALL COPPER ALLOY FIGURE OF BUDDHA NEPAL, 12TH/13TH CENTURY |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Height 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm.)
the Buddha seated in dhyanasana with right hand gently extended in bhumisparshamudra and right hand folded in his lap in dhyanamudra, wearing a pleated robe draped in loose folds over the left shoulder and wrapped around the legs, the earlobes elongated towards the shoulders, the articulated tight curls covering the head and ushnisha, the serene face with downcast eyes and a meditative expression Himalayan Art Resources item no. 13620.
Provenance
Christie's London, Asian Decorative Arts, April 3, 2003, lot 72.
Condition
In overall good condition. With areas of wear to the gilding. Mounted to a base
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.