Tibetan Copper‑Alloy Statue of Vajrasattva, 18th Century, Qing Dynasty

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Dimensions：Overall Height 36.5 cm (14.37 in), Overall Width 18 cm (7.09 in), Weight 5.8 kg (12.79 lbs) Condition & Provenance：The main figure and integrated，lotus‑square base are cast as one original unit, no replaced parts. Inscribed Tibetan mantras on side of plinth. Original sealed base plate intact, engraved with combined eight‑auspicious‑symbols and double‑vajra motif, residual ancient consecration clay along rim. Original mineral pigments remain on face, crown and streamers with scattered turquoise inlay; pigments show natural age‑related wear, no later repainting or restoration. Deep warm devotional patina throughout. All limbs, ritual implements, crown and ornaments fully preserved; no cracks, losses or modern repairs. Originated from a Central‑Tibetan monastery, exported early‑20th century, long‑term private Himalayan‑art collection in Munich, Germany, passed within family, never auctioned.，Description：A large‑scale fine 18th‑century Tibetan copper‑alloy sculpture of Vajrasattva. The bodhisattva sits in full‑lotus posture upon double‑lotus square plinth. He wears five‑pointed crown surmounted by small transcendent‑buddha figure. Serene compassionate facial features with silver‑inlaid eyes. Right hand holds five‑pronged vajra at chest, left hand bears ghanta bell at hip, the canonical attributes of Vajrasattva. Well‑proportioned muscular torso adorned with beaded necklaces, garlands, armlets and bracelets. Finely rendered hair and flowing silk streamers retain traces of antique blue‑red mineral paint with turquoise accents. Generous well‑modelled lotus petals support the square plinth inscribed with Tibetan script. Base underside engraved with eight auspicious symbols interwoven with double‑vajra, traditional Tibetan consecration mark. Master‑cast by lost‑wax process, monumental in size, noble proportion and refined execution, this is an outstanding example of mature 18th‑century Tibetan Vajrasattva iconography.

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