seated in vajraparyankasana, the left hand in dhyana mudra, the right hand with the palm turned up and the thumb and middle finger curling towards each other, the loose robe falling open at the chest revealing the pleated dhoti tied with a rope at the waist, the garments draping in crisp folds over the arms and legs, the chest with an elaborate multi-strand necklace suspending floral and bud-shaped pendants, a beaded bracelet at each wrist, the round face gently bowed and the eyelids lowered in meditation, the hair parting around the cranial bump and falling in long strands over the shoulders, traces of red, brown, blue, and gilt lacquer throughout

Sotheby's London, 17th November 1999, lot 711.

The hands with losses to the fingers, finger tips and around the sleeve openings. Some scattered losses to the hair and possible restoration to small sections of the braids. Infilled repair to the right knee and two toes, as well as to a section of the edge of the base. Overall with expected wear and scattered minor losses. Some expected age cracks and losses to the pigments and gilt lacquer.
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.