An important gilt copper-alloy figure of Amitayus
An important gilt copper-alloy figure of Amitayus
Attributed to Sonam Gyaltsen (active 15th century), Central Tibet, Circa 1430-1440
The princely Bodhisattva exquisitely cast seated cross-legged in dhyanasana on an elaborate double-lotus pedestal, the hands held in dhyana mudra holding the eternal vase, the bare torso wearing a shawl draped around the shoulders delicately incised with scrolling cloud pattern and floral hems, wearing a lavishly bejewelled dhoti gathered in elegant pleats on the base, richly embellished with regal earrings, necklaces, armlets and bracelets with foliate projections inset with turquoise, the serene face with downcast eyes framed by an intricate tiara set in front of the high chignon, box. 43cm (17in) high (2).
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An important gilt copper-alloy figure of Amitayus
Attributed to Sonam Gyaltsen (active 15th century), Central Tibet, Circa 1430-1440
The princely Bodhisattva exquisitely cast seated cross-legged in dhyanasana on an elaborate double-lotus pedestal, the hands held in dhyana mudra holding the eternal vase, the bare torso wearing a shawl draped around the shoulders delicately incised with scrolling cloud pattern and floral hems, wearing a lavishly bejewelled dhoti gathered in elegant pleats on the base, richly embellished with regal earrings, necklaces, armlets and bracelets with foliate projections inset with turquoise, the serene face with downcast eyes framed by an intricate tiara set in front of the high chignon, box. 43cm (17in) high (2).
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