Asian Art Auction

December 02, 2013

LOT 294

Lot 294

Gilt Bronze Figure of Four-Armed Shadakshari, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century

Gilt Bronze Figure of Four-Armed Shadakshari, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century
Lot 294 Details
Gilt Bronze Figure of Four-Armed Shadakshari, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century

Finely rendered and heavily cast, the figure positioned in seated dhyanasana on a double lotus base with the principal hands held in prayer position in front of the chest while the secondary arms radiate outwards with the right hand holding a small lotus bud. The slender figure dressed in elegant finery including a lotus-patterned dhoti; long flowing ribbons; and jewelry including large pendant earrings of floral medallion designs and a beaded necklace swung across the chest, the deity with a serene expression, downcast eyes and smiling full lips all sensitively modeled and surmounted by an elaborate five-leaf crown and elegant top knot decorated with a small finial replicating the bodhisattva’s likeness
height 7.1" — 18 cm.

Estimate $35,000-$40,000

Realised: $29,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Gilt Bronze Figure of Four-Armed Shadakshari, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century
  • Gilt Bronze Figure of Four-Armed Shadakshari, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century
  • Gilt Bronze Figure of Four-Armed Shadakshari, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century
  • Gilt Bronze Figure of Four-Armed Shadakshari, Tibeto-Chinese, 17th/18th Century
Provenance:

A Former Pennsylvania Collection.

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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