- 959
A GOLD GROUND THANGKA OF VAIROCANA TIBETO-CHINESE, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- 35 1/2 by 26 in. (89.5 by 66 cm.)
with Vairocana seated in the center in dhayanasana on a lotus throne wearing a patchwork robe with jeweled halos behind, elaborate flora and foliage decorating the throne, his hands are held at heart level, the deity surrounded by a multitude of smaller Buddhas in various mudras all outlined in red on gold ground
Provenance
Christie's New York, September 21, 2007, lot 2002.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of Mrs. William J. Calhoun, 1949 (49.80).
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of Mrs. William J. Calhoun, 1949 (49.80).
Condition
In very good overall condition. With some creasing and very minor abrasions throughout. A hairline 1 inch tear extending vertically in top left quadrant. Another crease and tear about 2 inches extending horizontally from the proper left forehead of central image through the halo and aureole.
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.