- 1310
A PHYLLITE FRAGMENT DEPICTING VISHNU INDIA, PALA PERIOD, 10TH / 11TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Phyllite
four-armed Vishnu stands in samabhanga, with a towering jatamukata and surmounted by a nimbus with intricately carved geometric motif, flanked by two apsaras at upper right and left, the secondary left hand raised and holding a conch shell, with a rampant vyala at far right
Provenance
Rudi Oriental Arts, New York City, 1960s.
Condition
Fragmentary as viewed, with chipping and losses throughout.
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.