Lot 685
- 685
A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF AMITAYUS QIANLONG MARK AND PERIOD, DATED XINSI YEAR, CORRESPONDING TO 1761 |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Height 8 1/3 in., 21.3 cm
the God of Infinite Life seated in dhyanasana on a rectangular plinth draped with a cloth centered by a blossom, the hands joined to hold a bhumpa, dressed in a sash and dhoti, adorned in jewelry and an elaborate tiara, the figure framed by a flaming mandorla, the incised mark in a horizontal line at the front of the base, Da Qing Qianlong Xinsi Nian Jingzao
Condition
There is wear to the gilding and blue pigment remnants on the hair. A few minor dents to the base and a minor chip to one corner of the base. There is pitting and wear throughout. The vessel is lost.
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.