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A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF USHNISHAVIJAYA TIBET, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt bronze
the three-headed deity seated in dhyanasana on a double lotus base in front of a mandorla, the eight arms held in various mudras and supporting various attributes, dressed in a dhoti richly festooned with elaborate jewellery, the hair piled up into a high chignon crowned with a tiara
Condition
The mandorla appears to be associated. Unsealed. The reverse of lotus stand incised with an inscription which appears to read: 'x30' and re-gilt. The attribute in the figure's primary left hand a later addition. Losses to semi-precious stone inlay.
"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."