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Shakyamuni Buddha Polychrome terracotta Thailand, Mon-Dvaravati style
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Shakyamuni Buddha
- Polychrome terracotta
- height 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm)
Provenance
Acquired 1960s
Together with an andesite head of Shiva, Majapahit, 13th/14th century, [2], one illustrated
Exhibited
"The Divine Presence: Asian Sculptures from the Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lenart," Los Angeles County Museum of Art, August 15 – October 15, 1978
Literature
Pratapaditya Pal, The Divine Presence, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 1978, p. 47, pl. 32
Condition
Shakyamuni Buddha: Fair overall condition. Chips and losses overall to fragmentary polychrome plaque. No restoration.
Majapahit head: Good overall condition. Not andesite as catalogued but of composite material. traces of polychrome in mouth. Losses and abrasion overall. Pockets and inclusions of sand and small stones.
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.