- 1329
A POLYCHROMED WOOD FIGURE OF GANESHA NEPAL, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Polychrome wood
- Height: 35 1/2 inches
red six-armed Ganesha with a tiered crown, standing on one leg atop a double lotus throne, within a flaming halo ornamented with a kirtimukha, wearing elaborate jewels and a dhoti with geometric motif
Himalayan Art Resources item no. 13100.
Himalayan Art Resources item no. 13100.
Provenance
Rudi Oriental Arts, New York City, 1960s.
Condition
Fragmentary as viewed with surface abrasions, chipping and losses to pigment throughout. With scattered areas of staining possibly from ritual use. With some areas of worming and possible fire damage to Ganesha's primary proper left wrist.
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.
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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.