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ushnishavijaya gilt copper alloy Tibeto-Chinese
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- ushnishavijaya
- gilt copper alloy
- Height: 6 1/2 ins (16.5 cm)
Provenance
Dr. Chess Collection, Connecticut, 1950's
Condition
Fair overall condition. The back in good condition, the front has sustained rubbing of the gilding and accretion on the surface throughout. Separately cast attributes of a bow and arrow now missing from the secondary hands held out from the body. The tip of the usnisha is broken. The base contains the original but re-attached consecration plate, engraved with a vasvavajra. No restoration.
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.