the Buddha seated at center on a a double-lotus throne flanked by two stupa, his feet resting upon a smaller lotus below, with a flaming halo behind the head, the hair in tight snailshell curls with raised ushnisha, the face with serene expression, the hands raised at the chest in dharmachakra mudra

Acquired in Pakistan, 1970.

Stable overall condition. Wear to surface due to age. Losses to stone at the figure's feet and base of stele. Further looses to hands and scuffs and losses to face. This sculpture requires a support to be stood upright. Installing it on a mount for display is suggested.
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.