Lot 52
  • 52

A large inlaid lacquer gilt-wood figure of Bouddha Burma, 19th/20th century

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Gilt-lacquered wood
standing on a round lotus base, the arms resting along the body and holding the sides of the robe, the hair secured in a high bun, the meditative expression with downcast eyes, wood stand (2)

Condition

There is wear to the gilding. The sides of the robe have been broken and restuck, with associated losses. The glass/stones inlays have been probably replaced. The nose is broken off. Both hands are replaced and attached with a screw.
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