Lot 121
- 121
Statuette d'Ushnishavijaya en bronze doré Dynastie Qing, XVIIIE siècle
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description
- Gilt-bronze
assise en vajrasana sur une double base lotiforme, les huit bras rayonnant autour du torse, les mains principales présentant un double vajra, les autres mains en mudra ou tenant des attributs, la tête à trois visages surmontée d'une couronne entourant un double chignon, scellée
Provenance
Acquired in Germany in the 1960s by the father of the present owner.
Condition
The figure is heavily cast, the base sealed. There is overall light wear to the gilding. One attribute (double vajra and rope) are detached. The figure's top right hand is partially broken off (crack visible 3/4 around the wrist). There are cracks visible to the figure's bottom left hand (index finger is loose).
"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."