Lot 207
  • 207

TÊTE DE BOUDDHA EN SCHISTE GRIS GANDHARA, IIE-IIIE SIÈCLE |

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description

  • Grey schist
  • Haut. 19 cm
le visage ovale, les joues pleines, les yeux en amande, l'arête du nez droite surmontée de l'urna ornant le front, la chevelure ondulée coiffée en haut chignon, socle en bois (2)  

Provenance

Acquired by the stepfather of the present owner before 1979 (by repute).

Condition

The head is fragmentary, as seen in the catalogue illustration. There are losses to the tip of the nose, the ears, the hair and the chin. There are two small chips glued to the nose. Drilled underneath and mounted on a wood base.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."