A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF WHITE JAMBHALA CHINA, QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

seated astride a striding dragon, both hands in karanamudra, wearing a skirt, with finely chased borders, fluttering scarf and jewelry, the face with ferocious expression, the open mouth showing teeth and tongue, framed by elongated earlobes and tiara fronting the red curled hair, wood stand (2)

There is a loss to one of the dragon's whiskers, and losses to the inlay. There is dirt and wear to the gilding and pigments. The original stand is lost.
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.

White Jambhala is a manifestation of Avalokiteshvara, born from the compassionate bodhisattva's right eye. He can remove the suffering of poverty and sickness, purify non-virtuous karma, remove karmic obstacles, and avert disaster.

A 19th century example was sold in these rooms, 17th September 2014, lot 462.