A BRONZE FIGURE OF A SEATED LUOHAN Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th century (3)

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A BRONZE FIGURE OF A SEATED LUOHAN Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th century Seated in lalitasana, with his left hand in dhayana mudra holding a pearl and the right upheld in the vitarka mudra gesture of discourse, attired in long flowing robes tied around the left shoulder, raised on a well-carved rockwork base. 26.5cm (10 3/8in) high. (3). Footnotes: 明十六/十七世紀銅羅漢 Provenance: Sir John Galvin MBE (1908-1994), thence by descent. See a similar bronze luohan sold by Bonhams London, 11th May 2021, lot 144. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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A BRONZE FIGURE OF A SEATED LUOHAN Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th century (3)

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Estimate £1,200-£1,500

May 19, 2026, 9:10 AM EDT

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