20 septembre 2019
A fine and rare Dingyao vase, incised guan mark, Northern Song – Liao dynasty (960-1125)
Lot 3002. A fine and rare Dingyao vase, incised guan mark, Northern Song – Liao dynasty (960-1125); 37.5 cm, 14 3/4 in. Estimate 2,000,000 — 3,000,000 HKD (254,980 - 382,470 USD). Lot Sold 2,500,000 HKD (318,325 USD). Courtesy Sotheby's.
superbly potted, the ovoid body of generous proportion, rising to rounded shoulders encircled by one raised and three carved fillets, sweeping up to a tall waisted neck surmounted by a wide galleried mouth,... [Lire la suite]20 septembre 2019
A Cizhou incised 'Bird' pillow, Northern Song – Jin dynasty (960-1234)
Lot 3001. A Cizhou incised 'Bird' pillow, Northern Song – Jin dynasty (960-1234); 26.6 cm, 10 1/2 in. Estimate 450,000 — 550,000 HKD (57,371 - 70,120 USD). Lot Sold 687,500 HKD (87,539 USD). Courtesy Sotheby's.
of bean shape with four subtle notches along its outer edge, the slightly concave top incised through the white slip with a lobed panel enclosing a pair of confronting mythical birds, each rendered standing on its webbed feet and detailed with fine plumage, surrounded by... [Lire la suite]14 septembre 2019
A gilt-bronze figure of Ksitigarbha, Ming dynasty, 15th-167th century
Lot 304. A gilt-bronze figure of Ksitigarbha, Ming dynasty, 15th-167th century. Height 6 3/4 in., 17 cm. Estimate USD 50,000 — 70,000. Lot sold 68,750 USD. Courtesy Sotheby's.
the seated bodhisattva finely cast in vajraparyankasana with the lowered proper left hand cradling a cinatamani pearl, the opposite hand in vitarka mudra, an elaborate diadem encircling a coiled topknot and crowning the broad, rounded face with gently arched brows framing... [Lire la suite]12 septembre 2019
A gilt-bronze figure of Amitabha, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century
Lot 313. A gilt-bronze figure of Amitabha, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century. Height 13 1/2 in., 34.3 cm. Estimate USD 60,000 — 80,000. Lot sold 87,500 USD. Courtesy Sotheby's.
cast seated in vajraparyankasana, the upturned soles of the feet each inscribed with a four-spoked dharmacakra, the hands in dhyana mudra, the dhoti sashed at the waist and the hems of the garments delicately chased with a brocade pattern of scrolling lotus, the... [Lire la suite]12 septembre 2019
A rare inscribed gilt-silver figure of Amitabha, dated Wanli 20th year, corresponding to 1592
Lot 311. A rare inscribed gilt-silver figure of Amitabha, dated Wanli 20th year, corresponding to 1592. Height 14 1/3 in., 36.5 cm. Estimate USD 60,000 — 80,000. Lot sold 137,500 USD. Courtesy Sotheby's.
the Buddha cast in vajraparyankasana and dhyana mudra with the palms incised with six-spoke dharmacakra, the hair in neat whorls over the ushnisha and the face in a serene state of meditation, wearing a kasaya of... [Lire la suite]12 septembre 2019
A large gilt-lacquer bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara and child, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century
Lot 309. A large gilt-lacquer bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara and child, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century. Height 36 in., 91.5 cm. Estimate USD 50,000 — 70,000. Lot sold 175,000 USD. Courtesy Sotheby's.
the maternal emanation of the bodhisattva adorned in a long cowl sheltering the Amitabha crown above a neatly coiled and combed coiffure, the small, round face of the principal figure with hooded eyes and peaceful gaze, a tiered necklace framed by the open cowl with a... [Lire la suite]12 septembre 2019
A gilt-bronze figure of Maitreya, Ming dynasty, 16th century
Lot 315. A gilt-bronze figure of Maitreya, Ming dynasty, 16th century. Height 8 7/8 in., 22.6 cm. Estimate USD 30,000 — 50,000. Lot sold 187,500 USD. Courtesy Sotheby's.
the corpulent jovial figure cast seated and at ease, holding a small attribute in the proper left hand, the rotund belly protruding from a loosely draped robe with chased lotus meander borders secured at the waist with a tasseled belt, raised on a rounded cushion, supported on a floral... [Lire la suite]12 septembre 2019
A large gilt-lacquer bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara, Ming dynasty, 15th-16th century
Lot 312. A large gilt-lacquer bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara, Ming dynasty, 15th-16th century. Height 14 3/4 in., 37.4 cm. Estimate USD 50,000 — 70,000. Lot sold 325,000 USD. Courtesy Sotheby's.
seated in vajraparyankasana, with the hands in abhaya and varada mudra, the shoulders flanked by a bird and a chilug ewer borne on blossoming lotuses from vines stemming from the hands, a small Amitabha figure enclosed within... [Lire la suite]12 septembre 2019
A large gilt-bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara, 17th century
Lot 314. A large gilt-bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara, 17th century. Height 16 1/8 in., 41 cm. Estimate USD 200,000 — 300,000. Lot sold 475,000 USD. Courtesy Sotheby's.
finely cast, seated in dhayasana on a double-lotus base with the right hand raised holding a willow branch or lotus stem (now missing), the left hand in the lap turned upwards supporting a beaker, attired in flowing robes falling in symmetrical folds around the body, the edges and hem with... [Lire la suite]12 septembre 2019
A large gilt-bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century
Lot 308. A large gilt-bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara, Ming dynasty, 16th-17th century. Height 26 1/3 in., 67 cm. Estimate USD 100,000 — 150,000. Lot sold 524,000 USD. Courtesy Sotheby's.
the deity cast seated in vajraparyankasana with the proper left hand supporting a small vessel, the other holding a willow stem, a pierced diadem centered with a seated Amitabha Buddha encircling a neatly combed topknot, the long remaining tresses plaited over each shoulder,... [Lire la suite]