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The Distinctive Repose of a Rare Maravijaya Buddha

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This exceptional 12th-century statue of Maravijaya Buddha from the kingdom of Dali is the undoubted highlight of our upcoming Asian Arts auction (11 December | Paris).
In this video, discover how the rare gilt-bronze statue displays a distinctive interpretation of the faith and evokes the triumph of the Buddha over the demon Mara, just before his enlightenment. Click here to watch more videos.

11 December 2020 | 10:00 AM CET | Paris

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