A bronze figure of Manjushri

A bronze figure of Manjushri

Seated in dhyanasana on a double-lotus base with beaded rims, his hands in dharmachakramudra, wearing a dhoti with beaded hems and jewellery, his serene face with raised urna and smiling mouth, his hair in a high chignon, secured by an elaborate foliate tiara, flanked by two lotus stalks supporting his sword and book 5½ in. (14 cm.) high

Details

  • Title : A bronze figure of Manjushri
  • Classification : Sculpture
  • Medium : Bronze
  • Country/ Geo-location : Nepal
  • Period : 15th/16th century
  • Collection : Christies
  • LOT : 92
  • Price realised : USD 7,500
  • Estimate : USD 6,000 - USD 8,000
  • Provenance : Private Collection, California, since 1983