Lot 1182
- 1182
A GREY SCHIST FIGURE OF A STANDING BUDDHA ANCIENT REGION OF GANDHARA, KUSHAN PERIOD, 2ND / 3RD CENTURY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- grey schist
the Buddha standing with serene expression, aquiline nose and almond-shaped eyes, with wave-pattern hair and high ushnisha, the earlobes extended, wearing a sanghati wrapped around across the right shoulder with graceful u-shaped pleats falling to the waist
Provenance
Acquired in Pakistan between 1961-1969.
Condition
Fragmentary, as viewed. Wear, accretion, and surface abrasions throughout. With 5 inch stable crack running horizontally across torso and proper left arm.
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.