Sale 0103191 | Lot 28

Rare Tibetan Gilt Copper Alloy Figure of Vajrasattva in His Angry Manifestation

Catalogue: Asian Works of Art
Rare Tibetan Gilt Copper Alloy Figure of Vajrasattva in His Angry Manifestation

Lot Details

Lot 28
Rare Tibetan Gilt Copper Alloy Figure of Vajrasattva in His Angry Manifestation
16th Century
Cast as a single piece and retaining a strong layer of gilding about the face, the figure is solidly configured and the details are well-rendered. The double lotus base is edged top and bottom with beading and the dhoti is creased in pleats highlighted with silver wirework; base sealed. Height 8 3/4 inches (22.2 cm).

Estimate: $4,000 - $5,000
Unsold

Additional Notes & Condition Report

Some rubbing to gilding on knees and top of base; of the extensive number of turquoise and coral cabochons adorning the jewelry, only a few appear to be missing.

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Estimate: $4,000 - $5,000
Unsold

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Asian Works of Art

Mon, Mar 19, 2001 at 2pm EST
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