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A Gilt Copper Figure of Indra
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Indra
- Gilt copper alloy with semiprecious stone inlay and traces of polychromy
- height 6 1/8 in. (15.6 cm)
Provenance
Acquired by the current owner from an Alabama estate
Previously acquired in the 1970s
Previously acquired in the 1970s
Condition
Good overall condition. Some inlaid stones missing at crown and jewel ornaments. Scattered losses to lotus elements, at base front, as visible in catalogue illustration. Broken lugs at reverse indicate missing torana. Wear to gilding and minor accretion overall.
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.