Sale 9904
London, South Kensington
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9 September 2004
Price realised
GBP 574
Estimate
A Chinese lacquered and gilt bronze seated deity, Ming modelled wearing long flowing robes with elaborate headdress and jewellery, seated in dhyanasana on a seperate double lotus stand -- 12 3/8in. (31.5cm.) high overall.
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