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Asian Art Auction

June 09, 2014

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LOT 120

Lot 120

Gilded Bronze Figure of Guanyin, 15th/16th Century

Gilded Bronze Figure of Guanyin, 15th/16th Century
Lot 120 Details
Gilded Bronze Figure of Guanyin, 15th/16th Century

Well cast in a seated position with one leg raised and the other pendant on top of an ornately caparisoned dragon, the mythical beast in a recumbent pose with its head turned to one side and looking towards the crowned figure with meditative expression, her rounded face with downcast eyes and full lips, and dressed in elaborate accoutrements and heavily decorated with ribbons and jewelry including several beaded necklaces swung across the chest, the two figures raised on a rectangular-form lotus plinth
height 13.4" — 34 cm.

Estimate $20,000-$30,000

Realised: $20,910
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Gilded Bronze Figure of Guanyin, 15th/16th Century
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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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