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Statuette de Bodhisattva en bronze doré Tibet, XVE siècle
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Gilt bronze with coral inlays
- 39cm
la divinité charnue à quatre visages dont trois dans son dos, représentée assise en dhyanasana sur une double base lotiforme, les mains en vajrahunkara mudra, parée de bijoux précieux incrustés de turquoises, corail et lapis-lazuli, coiffée d'un haut chignon ceint d'une couronne ouvragée au dessus d'un visage serein, scellé
Condition
The figure is made of two parts ; the base has been pushed-in and re-positioned ; the top of the base looks like it has been pushed-in as well ; some votive elements inside the base ; some inlaids are missing and some are later replacements ; some wear to the gilding and some scratches as expected ; some dents around the base but overall the figure is in good condition.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."