Liao‑Jin Dynasty Painted Bronze Seated Shakyamuni Buddha,10th‑13th Century,

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Dimensions:Height 17cm,base width 9cm,weight 826gCondition & Provenance:The figure is fully cast in bronze with integrated Buddha and lotus throne,complete without breakage or loss.Original ancient polychromy survives across the surface,with crimson red on robes and emerald green on lotus petals.The pigments show natural age‑related flaking and wear.Thick authentic patina and verdigris cover the bronze body.An antique mounting tenon remains on the reverse.Base is hollow with visible original casting traces inside.No modern polishing,repainting,welding or restoration.This statue comes from a private Los‑Angeles‑based collection specializing in medieval Chinese Buddhist sculpture,focusing on central plains and northern steppe bronze icons.It was acquired from a European antique dealer in the 1990s,passed through two generations and cataloged in Liao‑Jin Buddhist sculpture group with clear collecting history.Description:This Liao‑Jin bronze Shakyamuni sits in full lotus position with hands in dhyana mudra atop double‑layer lotus pedestal.The cranial protuberance and spiral hair are well‑defined.The face carries serene tranquil expression with natural flowing robe folds.All‑original surviving polychrome presents antique aesthetic.Its casting style represents regional characteristics of northern Liao‑Jin Buddhist art.Complete Liao‑Jin bronze Buddha retaining original paint is relatively scarce.It serves as important material for researching medieval northern Chinese Buddhist culture,bronze casting and pigment craft,with great artistic and collectible value.

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