East Asia, China, late Qing to Republic era, ca. late 19th to mid-20th CE. A gorgeous lacquered bronze Buddha statue in a serene meditative pose, one hand forming a karana mudra gesture and the other palm is open on his lap, a petite hole indicates a separate vase of amrita was probably once placed here. The remaining gilding is painted in a luxurious floral motif on his flowing robes. This figure is based on earlier Ming Dynasty statues, but tests to the bronze and pigment reveals this is a later casting. Size: 9.75" L x 6.75" W x 14.5" H (24.8 cm x 17.1 cm x 36.8 cm)

Provenance: private southern California, USA collection, acquired before 2000

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#186007

Chipping and losses to lacquer and gilt pigments and active flaking when handled. Patina and mineral deposits throughout. Missing the vase in Buddha's hand. Weathering to surface, but nice remains of pigment.