Asian Art Featuring The William Arnett Collection | June 25, 2026
Thu, Jun 25, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 1058
Southern Chinese Gilt Bronze Standing Bodhisattva Figure
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Sold for
$44,000
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
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| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Yunnan Province, Dali Kingdom or style, depicting a bodhisattva, probably Avalokiteshvara, with hands raised in vitarka mudra standing atop a lotus base, 17 x 4-1/2 x 4-1/2 in.
Provenance: The Collection of William S. Arnett, Atlanta, Georgia; sold to benefit Tinwood Foundation
Note: Exhibited and illustrated in Beyond India: An Exhibition of Works of Art from Southeast Asia in the William and Robert Arnett Collection, The High Museum of Art, 1974, no. 105. The High Museum attributes this figure to the 12th century.
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The Collection of William S. Arnett, Atlanta, Georgia; sold to benefit Tinwood Foundation
head broken off with some old solder and glue remnants at neck, heavy wear and losses to gilding, traces of red pigment, two large square holes verso, likely as made, some pitting and corrosion around chest area, spotting and discoloration around base Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
