A GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF VAIROCHANA QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

the figure seated in dhyanasana, his hands in vitarkamudra, his hair tightly curled, wearing loosely fitted robes on a double lotus base

This figure is in good condition except for excessive rubbing to the gilding on the face, the right side of the torso, back and right arm, as well as the hands and feet. There is also slight rubbing to the left shoulder, lower back and knees.There is also minor scratches and nicks to the surface throughout the figure.
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