- 1335
A THANGKA DEPICTING VAJRABHAIRAVA TIBET, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- Muslin and distemper
the fierce protector Vajrabhairava at center within a flaming, holding a kapala in the primary left hand and a kartrika in the primary right hand, with Tsong Khapa at upper center flanked by two Geluk lamas, the lower register with torma and the wrafthful offerings of the six senses, Yama Dharmaraja and his consort Yami at lower left, Shadbhuja Mahakala at lower center, and Shri Devi at lower right
Himalayan Art Resources item no. 13106.
Himalayan Art Resources item no. 13106.
Condition
Rubbing, creasing, areas of staining and losses to pigment overall, as viewed in catalogue illustration.
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.