SINO-TIBETAN BRONZE GILDED TARA

Ca.19th Century AD; An exquisite bronze figure of Goddes Tara, feminine counter part of the bodhisattava of compassion Avalokiteshvara. Depicted with her right hand raised and the left hand holding a full blown lotus; the serene face is framed by an intricate headdress and the body embelled with precious jewelry and beads; the figure is surrounded by an arch with flames symbolizing awareness. She is also known as the "mother of liberation", and represents the virtues of success in work and achievements. Good Condition; Size:200mmx130mm;900g. Provenance: London Estate collection of Asian and Oriental Art.