Fire-gilt bronze
Tibet, 18th/19th Century
Richness of detail
Remains of red cold-painting on the reverse
Copper base incised with double vajra symbol
Measurements: 5 x 4.5 x 3 cm
Very good condition
Provenance: Private collection Germany
Detailed bronze figure with an expressive face
Object is regular taxed. Differential taxation is not possible.

The Sino Tibetan fire-gilt miniature bronze figure depicting Daka was crafted in the 18th or 19th century. In this case Daka is situated on a lotus base in anâlîdha pose with folded arms in bhutadamara mudra in front of the chest. He holds the bell, ghanta, and a thunderbolt, vajra, in his hands. The two contrasting objects symbolize the female and the male principle, method and wisdom. They are the symbols leading the way to enlightenment. The terrifying face of the deity is facing upwards with its mouth wide open and the tongue sticking out. A five-leafed crown decorates the head and the deity’s body is embellished with intricate jewellery. The finely chased hair is accentuated with red cold-painting.



The fire-gilt miniature bronze is in very good condition and hardly shows any signs of age or wear. There are minimal abrasions to the gold and fine scratches. The copper base with the double vajra symbol is slightly bent out of shape. The height is 5 cm, the width measures 4.5 cm and the depth is 3 cm.

Daka

Daka is a spirit, also known as the male aspect of dakini and is depicted with a gaping mouth with fangs and a skull crown. He is often shown with his head facing the sky and with hands crossed to thebhutadamara mudra.In his hand a vajra and ghanta are visible, which symbolize method and wisdom.

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