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Asian Auction, Session 1

December 03, 2012

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LOT 339

Lot 339

Gilt Lacquer Figure of a Lama, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century

Gilt Lacquer Figure of a Lama, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century
Lot 339 Details
Gilt Lacquer Figure of a Lama, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century

Dressed in loose robes with incised borders, the figure seated in a cross-legged position and raised on a double lotus plinth with hands held in dharmachakra mudra (gesture of teaching), his rounded face with heavily lidded downcast eyes and full lips, all framed by pendulous earlobes, the base finished with a copper plate incised with double vajra symbol
height 8.1" — 20.5 cm.

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $5,280
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Gilt Lacquer Figure of a Lama, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century
  • Gilt Lacquer Figure of a Lama, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century
Note:

For a similar example see Christie’s New York, September 21, 2007, lot 184.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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