Ancient Chinese Jadeite Sitting Buddha Statue on Lotus Throne - 116 mm
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Description from the seller
Jadeite Sitting Buddha on Lotus Throne Talisman from the ancient Chinese culture, Qing dynasty.
In good condition. It has been cleaned partly by hand, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in Budapest/Hungary by Dr. Zelnik from the collection of a former ambassador in China.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
Jadeite Sitting Buddha on Lotus Throne Talisman from the ancient Chinese culture, Qing dynasty.
In good condition. It has been cleaned partly by hand, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in Budapest/Hungary by Dr. Zelnik from the collection of a former ambassador in China.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/ Timeframe
Qing Dynasty
Name of object
Sitting Buddha Statue on Lotus Throne
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1995
Material
Jadeite
Country acquired from
Hungary
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
116 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
81 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
China
Depth
44 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
