Lot 1476
- 1476
A SET OF SIXTEEN 'LUOHAN' PAINTINGS ON BODHI LEAVES QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Height of each frame 36 1/4 in., 92 cm; Width 10 1/4 in., 26 cm
each painted in bright pigments on individual bodhi tree leaves, depicting different stories of the devoted luohan followers of the historical Buddha, including episodes illustrating their mystical powers and spiritual development, framed in four sets of four (4)
Condition
Several losses to the tree leaves and general fading.
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.