A STONE-EMBELLISHED BRONZE HEAD OF A BODHISATTVA POSSIBLY NEPAL Likely a fragment of a complete sculpture. It has a round face, a thin nose as well as half-closed eyes of almond shape. It wears a foliate tiarra. It is further detailed with engravings and embellished with stones. The verso with a sealed consecration chamber. It also seems to be inscribed on the back of its neck. H: 15,5 cm Weight: 437 grams Provenance: - a private collection; - Juan Carlos Katzenstein (1925-2018), an Argentinian Diplomat, who was an Ambassador in Beijing, China, from December 6, 1975 to January 2, 1978, and later to the Holy See (Vatican) and to the Sovereign Order of Malta from 1989 to 1991 (by repute). NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.