A bronze figure of Amitayus
Nepal, circa 17th century
Seated in Dhyanasana and holding the vessel of amrita in his lap, clad in Asanghati and adorned with various foliate jewellery, the face with a wide nose and heavy-lidded eyes, the hair pulled into a high chignon
5¼ in. (13.3 cm.) high
Details
- Title : A bronze figure of Amitayus
- Classification : Sculpture
- Medium : Bronze
- Country/ Geo-location : Nepal
- Period : circa 17th century
- Collection : Christies
- LOT : 113
- Price realised : USD 3,750
- Estimate : USD 6,000 - USD 8,000
- Provenance : Doris Wiener Gallery, New York, 1970s or earlier