Asian Art Auction

June 10, 2013

LOT 64

Lot 64

Large Gilt Bronze Head of a Guardian, Tibet, 18th Century

Large Gilt Bronze Head of a Guardian, Tibet, 18th Century
Lot 64 Details
Large Gilt Bronze Head of a Guardian, Tibet, 18th Century

With ferocious expression and open mouth, flaming eyebrows frame the bulging eyes and the whole surrounded by a pair of pendulous earlobes with long waving tendrils of hair forming a crown
height 8.3" — 21 cm.

Estimate $5,000-$7,000

Realised: $10,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Large Gilt Bronze Head of a Guardian, Tibet, 18th Century
  • Large Gilt Bronze Head of a Guardian, Tibet, 18th Century
  • Large Gilt Bronze Head of a Guardian, Tibet, 18th Century

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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