Japan, Meiji period, late 19th century | Seated Amitabha Buddha, Amida Nyorai

Japan
Meiji period, late 19th century
Seated Amitabha Buddha, Amida Nyorai

gilt bronze
the figure seated in vajrasana with both hands in dhyanamudra
height: 45cm., 17 ¾in.

Condition Report:
There is some surface wear overall including rubbing to the gilt, areas of surface rust and wear to the patination due to being polished, associated lotus stand.

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