清十七/十八世紀 木漆金菩薩立像

représenté debout, la main droite en varada mudra et la gauche levée en vitarka mudra, richement paré de nombreux bijoux, une fine étoffe s'enroulant autour de ses bras, le visage au nez aquilin et aux sourcils arqués, le front agrémenté de l'urna ceint d'un diadème retenant ses cheveux tombant en longues nattes sur ses épaules, socle lotiforme en bois postérieur ; accidents et restaurations (2)

The figure itself is in overall good condition with the exception of the head that was broken off in the past and reglued to the neck later. There are overall losses: The ends of the two shawls to the left and right of her robe have broken off. Parts of the fingers on both hands are missing. Parts of the ribbons/shawls across her arms are missing as are the flowers originally flanking the figure. Part of the ribbons of hair are missing as are parts of the earlobes. The knot on the top of the hair is missing too. The big toe on the figure's left foot is chipped. There several fine cracks to the lacquer surface. The figure is quite heavy, the base added later. It is beautifully modelled and has presence.
"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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Compare a related gilt-lacquered wood figure of a seated buddha Vairocana dated to the 18th century, sold at Christie's New York, 15th September 2011, lot 2463. Another, much larger figure similar in style and pose and also made of gilt and lacquered stucco, attributed to Tibet and the 16th century but of 18th century date, is in the collection of the Asian Art Museum in Prague, published in National Gallery in Prage, Zbraslav Chateau, Asian Art, Prague, 2006, cat. no. 94.