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GLOSSARY NOTICES TO ALL BUYERS

Typical Headings Used in the Catalog Comments in the catalog descriptions about condition are general
in nature and are subject to the “as is” clause in our Conditions
The following are examples of the terminology used in the catalog. of Sale printed in the front part of this catalog. Condition reports
While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that the are available upon request from the Asian Department and
statements made in the catalog are correct, all statements and are strongly recommended for all buyers who cannot view the
terms in this catalog are subject to the provisions of the Conditions property in person.
of Sale and the Galleries and Consignors make no warranties or
representations with respect to any lot. Endangered Species and CITES Permits

AUTHORSHIP The export of a lot from the United States or import into certain
countries may be subject to export and import regulations,
Jamini Roy licensure and/or other restrictions; in particular, lots containing
The piece is, in our opinion, a work of the artist. animal material such as ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, coral
or whalebone may require the granting of one or more export or
Attributed to Jamini Roy import licenses or may be banned from import altogether by some
The piece is, in our opinion, from the period of the artist and countries. Lots that contain these aforementioned materials may
possibly by his hand. also not be eligible for exportation if they are not over one hundred
years of age. Lots noted in the catalog with a Y next to
School of Jamini Roy
The piece is, in our opinion, in the style of the artist, possibly of a the lot number contain one or more such animal materials. It is
later period. the buyer’s responsibility to investigate any such restrictions and to
obtain any relevant export or import licenses. Please note that this
After Jamini Roy process is governed by local authorities and may take considerable
The piece is, in our opinion, a copy done in the spirit of the artist. time. Regardless of any delay in the obtaining of an export or
import license or denial of a license’s issuance, purchased lots shall
“Signed” be paid for in accordance with the Conditions of Sale, and any
The piece has a signature which, in our opinion, is that of the artist. such delay or denial shall not serve as the basis for cancellation of
any sale. Prospective buyers are advised to obtain information from
“Bearing the signature of” or “inscribed” the relevant regulatory authorities regarding export and import
The piece has a signature which, in our opinion, might be spurious restrictions, requirements, and costs prior to bidding.
or that of a later follower of the artist.
Upon request, Bonhams can refer the purchaser to an agent who
SCULPTURE and OTHER WORKS OF ART can assist the purchaser in attempting to obtain the appropriate
licenses. However, there is no assurance that any necessary
A gray schist bodhisattva licenses can be obtained.
Gandhara, 2nd/3rd century
When the piece is, in our opinion, a work of that period, reign
or dynasty .

A gray schist bodhisattva
Gandharan style , 20th century
When the piece is, in our opinion, a work copying an earlier
period and made at a later date..