- 1135
明 石雕碧霞元君坐像
估價
8,000 - 12,000 USD
招標截止
描述
- stone
carved seated on a low throne with hands clasped together resting on the lap and hidden by the sleeves of the inner robe, the outer robe with ruyi-lappets and fringed edges, hair pulled back into a high topknot secured by an elaborate phoenix headdress, traces of pigment
來源
Warren E. Cox, New York (according to label).
Collection of J.W. Alsdorf, (1913-1976), Chicago.
Kenny & Higgins Asian Art, Washington, DC, circa 1984.
Collection of J.W. Alsdorf, (1913-1976), Chicago.
Kenny & Higgins Asian Art, Washington, DC, circa 1984.
展覽
Chinese Stone Sculpture, Kenny & Higgins Asian Art, Washington, DC, 1984, cat. no. 25.
Condition
There is a chipped loss to the left side of the headdress. There are old chips to the lower right front corner and lower back right corner of the base, and there are scattered minor old chips around the base. There is heavy wear throughout consistent with age, and traces of pigment. The back has two old labels.
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.
拍品資料及來源
The name Bixia Yuanjun means 'Sovereign of the Dawn Clouds'. She is identified by her phoenix headdress and is believed to be the daughter of the god of Mount Tai, considered the holiest of China's five holy mountains. Mount Tai is associated with sunrise, birth, and renewal, and as a result Bixia Yuanjun is venerated as goddess of childbirth and protector of women and children. Her most important temple is located near the peak of the mountain. First built in 1009, it gained prominence during the Ming dynasty due to imperial patronage.