Asian Art Auction

November 30, 2015

LOT 327

Lot 327

Chinese Bronze Warrior Figure of the Guardian King Dhanada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

Chinese Bronze Warrior Figure of the Guardian King Dhanada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Lot 327 Details
Chinese Bronze Warrior Figure of the Guardian King Dhanada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

明 銅托塔天王(北方多聞金剛)

The Guardian of the North is depicted as a powerful warrior, his raised left hand holding a small stupa, wearing chain-mail with elaborately layered armour and billowing celestial scarf with tall ornate headdress, wood stand

Estimate $10,000-$15,000

Realised: $31,980
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Chinese Bronze Warrior Figure of the Guardian King Dhanada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
  • Chinese Bronze Warrior Figure of the Guardian King Dhanada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
  • Chinese Bronze Warrior Figure of the Guardian King Dhanada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
  • Chinese Bronze Warrior Figure of the Guardian King Dhanada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Provenance:

Distinguished Toronto Private Collection
重要多倫多私人收藏

Note:

A very similar example was sold at Christie’s New York, September 20, 2005, lot 146.

極為相似一例(雙獅胸甲配獅頭護腹)售於紐約佳士得2005年9月20日,拍品編號146。

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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