A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF TARA NEPAL, 19TH CENTURY

portrayed seated in a meditative pose with right hand resting on one knee in varadamudra, left hand in vitarkamudra holding the end of a lotus stalk, the blossom rising to one shoulder, the serene face framed by turquoise, hardstone and glass embellished tiara and earrings, supported on an associated lotus base

Collection of John B. Coleman.

A few pieces of inlay are missing and some have been replaced. There are minor scattered firing flaws, most noticeable on the back which is not gilded. There are a few holes around the lower edge, some of which are used to secure the figure to the associated base. There is a small hole near the figure's left leg. There is light wear to the gilding. There is some green encrustation in the crevices around the bottom edge and lotus base. There are some minor firing flaws and holes in the back and one side of the lotus base. The earrings are detachable and the figure is in good overall condition.
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