A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF GREEN TARA QING DYNASTY, 17TH/18TH CENTURY |

cast seated in lalitasana on a double-lotus base with beaded edges, depicted with the hands held in varada and vitarkamudra, framed by a pair of pendulous earlobes adorned with ornate wheel-shaped earrings and an elaborate crown enclosing a high chignon, wearing a dhoti and a loose shawl over the shoulder, a billowing shawl falling neatly over the lotus base

There are general wear to the surface and losses to the inlays throughout, The tips to the crown are slightly bent. A section of the beaded decorations to the back of the figure has chipped off (approx. 1.7 cm) and the lotus step below the right foot is also missing.. There are some small parts of restorations visible, including a patching (approx. 0.5 x 0.5 cm) to the front of the lotus base, another (approx. 0.6 x 0.3 cm) to the right side underneath the right knee, and possibly the finger of the left hand.
"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."