
Important 19th C. Tibetan Gilded Bronze Padmasambhava
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East Asia, Tibet, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. Large gilded bronze statue depicting Padmasambhava, also referred to as Guru Rinpoche in Tibet, thought to be among the most important masters who brought Buddhism to Tibet during the 8th century, dressed in an elaborate headdress and voluminous robes that are meticulously decorated with engraved floral motifs. Padmasambhava is shown holding a vajra/dorje in his right hand and an auspicious offering or perhaps a flask of amrit (divine nectar) in his left hand. In addition, he is bedecked with jewels, wearing a grand necklace and sizable jewel-encrusted ear ornaments. A magnificent gilded bronze statue of Padmasambhava, depicting the Buddhist master who gracefully sits in a half lotus pose upon a beautiful lotus pedestal. Gilding quality: 32% gold. Size: 12"H x 10"W
Provenance: Ex-private German collection, ex Johnson collection
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#110529
Provenance: Ex-private German collection, ex Johnson collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#110529
Condition
Age wear, seal missing, otherwise excellent condition.
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Important 19th C. Tibetan Gilded Bronze Padmasambhava
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0105: Important 19th C. Tibetan Gilded Bronze Padmasambhava
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Art of Asia | Antiquity to PresentMar 11, 2021 12:00 PM ESTBuyer's Premium 24.5%
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East Asia, Tibet, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. Large gilded bronze statue depicting Padmasambhava, also referred to as Guru Rinpoche in Tibet, thought to be among the most important masters who brought Buddhism to Tibet during the 8th century, dressed in an elaborate headdress and voluminous robes that are meticulously decorated with engraved floral motifs. Padmasambhava is shown holding a vajra/dorje in his right hand and an auspicious offering or perhaps a flask of amrit (divine nectar) in his left hand. In addition, he is bedecked with jewels, wearing a grand necklace and sizable jewel-encrusted ear ornaments. A magnificent gilded bronze statue of Padmasambhava, depicting the Buddhist master who gracefully sits in a half lotus pose upon a beautiful lotus pedestal. Gilding quality: 32% gold. Size: 12"H x 10"W
Provenance: Ex-private German collection, ex Johnson collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#110529
Provenance: Ex-private German collection, ex Johnson collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#110529
Condition
...
Age wear, seal missing, otherwise excellent condition.
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