Lot 1649
- 1649
A THANGKA DEPICTING BUDDHA SHAKYAMUNI, THE EIGHTEEN ARHATS AND THE FOUR GUARDIAN KINGS TIBET, 19TH/20TH CENTURY |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Distemper
- 51 1/2 by 34 1/2 in., 130.8 by 86.6 cm
the Buddha seated at center in vajraparyankasana on a sumptuous lion throne, with Garuda above grasping a snake in his beak, flanked by nagas and mythical beasts, the eighteen arhats throughout the upper and side registers seated in a rocky landscape, with the four Guardian Kings and Hvashang the patron populating the lower register
Provenance
Acquired privately, 1984-88.
Condition
Horizontal creases, overall losses to the pigments. Scattered holes to the textile and scattered stains.
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.