18th Century,Tibetan Partial Gilt‑Bronze Seated Green Tara with Original Pigment
专场: Autumn Asian Art Auction (Part 3)
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Dimension:H 19.5cm(7.68in),W 14.5cm(5.71in),Weight 1.56kg,18th Century Condition & Provenance:The sculpture is fully intact with no cracks or missing parts.Original gilding survives on the face.Traces of antique blue pigment remain on headdress with natural fading over time.The bronze body carries rich old patina,minor natural verdigris spots on base,no chips or heavy damages.Original sealed bottom plate engraved with double‑vajra symbol.No modern welding,replacements or re‑gilding,showing genuine age‑related wear.Private collection from Seattle,Washington.Acquired from Paris antique gallery during 1990’s,kept within one family and never appeared at public auction. Description:This is an 18th‑century Tibetan partial gilt‑bronze statue of Green Tara,the benevolent savior goddess in Tibetan Buddhism.The deity sits in the relaxed lalitasana pose on double‑lotus pedestal,right foot rests on a small lotus blossom.Her right hand forms abhaya mudra for protection,while left hand holds the stem of utpala flower rising beside her shoulder.She has gentle and gracious facial features with downcast eyes,original gilding well preserved on face,urna dot on forehead.Ornate crown,necklaces,ear ornaments,bracelets and armlets are finely chased,remnants of old blue paint still visible on headdress and hair.The robe details are carved with scrolling floral patterns.Double‑layer lotus base features full‑fleshed lotus petals framed by beaded borders.The original bottom plate is intact with engraved double‑vajra mark.The bronze casting and chasing techniques are highly accomplished.Retained original pigment and gilding make this a fine collectible devotional Green Tara figure representing 18th century Tibetan Buddhist art.
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