Tibetan Copper Statue of Amitayus, 18‑19th Century, Qing Dynasty

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Dimensions：Overall Height 34 cm (13.39 in), Overall Width 22.5 cm (8.86 in), Weight 1985 g (4.38 lbs) Condition & Provenance：Entire figure cast in one‑piece lost‑wax technique. Crown, foliate ornaments, necklaces and limbs fully intact. Original hollow base with multiple original mounting tenons along rim; no later base seal, no repair or welding. Deep aged devotional dark‑brown patina with natural brass highlights, age‑related wear, no modern polishing or artificial patina. Crisp fine details preserved across crown scrollwork, chest jeweled garlands and shoulder floral decorations. Formerly housed within a Tibetan monastery, exported early‑20th century, long‑term European private family collection, never offered at auction.Description：A fine 18‑19th century Tibetan copper sculpture of Amitayus. The deity sits in full‑lotus position upon lotus base, hands forming dhyana mudra at abdomen, the canonical gesture for Amitayus. Ornate multi‑lobed crown is richly carved with scrolling foliage; ribbons extend outward flanked by blossoming lotus stems. Full rounded facial features with urna mark, downcast eyes conveying serene tranquil expression. Robust well‑modelled torso adorned with multi‑strand beaded necklaces and elaborate jeweled garlands. Three‑dimensional foliate ornaments decorate both shoulders, bracelets and armlets finely rendered. Broad full lotus petals form the throne, original mounting tenons retained along base rim. Superb casting quality with sharp defined lines, imposing solemn presence, a fine representative example of late Qing Tibetan Buddhist statuary.

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