$7,995
Gilt-bronze Figure of Avalokitesvara, Sino-Tibet, 18th century, seated in dhyanasana on a double lotus throne, with hands in dhyana with a covered jarlet on the palm, painted details (now mostly lost), double vajra mark on base, ht. 6 5/8 in. Provenance: Purchased in China in the 1930s, then by descent to the present owner. Estimate $8,000-10,000 gilt and pigment loss, minor tarnishing, some beads lost. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-03-22
