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PETITE STATUETTE DE UMA-MAHESHVARA EN ALLIAGE DE CUIVRE DORÉ NÉPAL, CA. XVIE-XVIIE SIÈCLE |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- 10 cm, 3 7/8 in.
figurant Shiva auréolé assis sur une base de lotus, son épouse Parvati assise sur son genou, les deux richement parés de bijoux et couronnés
Provenance
Acquired in Paris in the early 1970s by the current owner.
With certificate by Jean-Claude Moreau-Gobard, 18th December 1971.
With certificate by Jean-Claude Moreau-Gobard, 18th December 1971.
Condition
The figures and the stand are cast separately. The Parvati's right hand is slightly distorted. There is light wear to the gilding and to the surface. The stand is slightly distorted and there are dents and losses around the edge of the 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."
"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."