A gilt bronze figure of Buddha

A gilt bronze figure of Buddha

A gilt bronze figure of Buddha
Nepal, 15th/16th century
Seated in Dhyanasana over a double-lotus base with his hands in Bhumisparsamudra, wearing a diaphanous Sanghati with the folds piled below the ankles, the face with downcast eyes centered by a raised Urna and flanked by pendulous earlobes, the hair in curls over the Ushnisha and topped with a knop
7 7/8 in. (20 cm.) high

Details

  • Title : A gilt bronze figure of Buddha
  • Classification : Sculpture
  • Medium : Gilt Bronze
  • Country/ Geo-location : Nepal
  • Period : 15th/16th century
  • Collection : Christies
  • LOT : 283
  • Price realised : USD 52,500
  • Estimate : USD 30,000 - USD 50,000
  • Provenance : Estate of Mr. Fong Chow, New York, acquired by 1974