- 1631
A BRONZE FIGURE DEPICTING MAITREYA WEST TIBET OR HIMALAYAS, CIRCA 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
- Height 3 3/4 in., 9.5 cm
the future buddha Maitreya seated in vajraparyankasana on an ovoid platform, with a stupa in the hair afront raised ushnisha, wearing a sanghati or robe draped over the proper left shoulder, the proper right hand riased in vitarka mudra, the proper left hand at lap holding his identifying water pot
Provenance
Acquired privately, circa 1980s.
Condition
Overall wear to the surface, base sealed.
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.