Lot 226
  • 226

Statuette d'Ushnishavijaya en bronze doré Dynastie Qing, époque Qianlong

Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Gilt bronze
assise en vajrasana sur un double socle lotiforme, les huit bras rayonnant autour du corps légèrement penché vers la gauche, la tête à trois visages aux fronts ornés d'une troisième oeil couronnés d'une tiare entourant un double chignon, non scellée

Condition

The figure is heavily cast, the base has been opened, the plaque is there and inside is a single scroll wrapped in yellow silk. There is overall light wear to the gilding. There are several attributes missing. The index finger on the right principal hand is loose but still attached.
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