Lot 211
  • 211

STATUETTE D'AMITAYUS EN BRONZE DORÉ DYNASTIE QING, ÉPOQUE QIANLONG |

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description

  • Gilt-bronze
  • 20,6 cm, 8 1/8  in.
assis en vajrasana sur un trône ajouré, les mains en dhyana mudra, auréolé d'une haute mandorle enflammée (2)

Condition

The mandorla is detached and both tenons are broken off. There is wear and minute dents to the surface. There is ca. 0.5 cm dent to the forehead. The vase is missing from the hands. There is wear to the gilding. There are tiny chips to the edges.There are two incised inscriptions inside the base reading 'yiqian erbai shiwu' (1215) and 'chao'.
"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."