Lot 31
  • 31

GRANDE STATUETTE DE BODHISATTVA EN BRONZE DORÉ ET REPOUSSÉ DYNASTIE QING, XVIIIE - XIXE SIÈCLE |

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • 56,6 cm, 22 1/4  in.
debout sur un socle lotiforme, la main droite en vitarka mudra, la main gauche en bhumisparsa mudra, portant un dhoti finement plissé, la poitrine et les bras richement parés de bijoux, le visage serein orné d'une couronne à fleurons dissimulant un haut chignon, scellée (2)

Condition

The figure and the stand are cast separately.The stand is sealed. The stem in the right hand is broken off and the tip is missing. The ornaments along each shoulder are missing. The right strand of hair is broken along the right shoulder. The tip of the left scarf has been broken off and restored (next to the left leg). The crown is detached and one ornament is missing to the right. There is wear overall especially to the gilding.
"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."