A CARVED WOOD FIGURE OF A BODHISATTVA
These lots have been imported from outside the EU … Read more PROPERTY FROM A PRIVATE SWISS COLLECTION (LOTS 341-342 INCLUSIVE)
A CARVED WOOD FIGURE OF A BODHISATTVA

MING DYNASTY (1368-1644)

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A CARVED WOOD FIGURE OF A BODHISATTVA
MING DYNASTY (1368-1644)
The standing figure is modelled wearing long flowing robes, elaborate necklace and headdress. There are some traces of red, blue, green and gilt pigments remaining.
23 5/8 in. (60 cm.) high, metal stand
Provenance
From a private Swiss collection, amassed between 1963-1980.
Special notice
These lots have been imported from outside the EU for sale using a Temporary Import regime. Import VAT is payable (at 5%) on the Hammer price. VAT is also payable (at 20%) on the buyer’s Premium on a VAT inclusive basis. When a buyer of such a lot has registered an EU address but wishes to export the lot or complete the import into another EU country, he must advise Christie's immediately after the auction.

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