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mahakala Gilt copper alloy Tibeto-Chinese
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- mahakala
- Gilt copper alloy
- Height: 6 1/2 ins (16.5 cm)
Provenance
Dr. Chess Collection, Connecticut, 1950's
Condition
Fair condition. Gilding rubbed and scratches overall, the orange paint on the hair rubbed in places. Accretion throughout, most likely from butter lamp smoke and incense. The semi-precious stone inlay missing. Modern pins attached to the base of each foot to slot into the base. The upper body of the female consort is separately cast and slots into a sleeve at the hips, the securing pin now missing. The attributes for the upper hands were separately cast and now missing, modern replacements come with the piece (not shown in the photograph). The base contains the original but re-attached consecration plate, engraved with a vasvavajra and damaged by two small holes.
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.