Qing Dynasty,Marked Da Qian Long Nian Zhi,Gilt‑Bronze Yamantaka Yab‑Yum Statue

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Dimension：H 44.5cm,W 30.5cm,Weight 12.2kg Condition & Provenance：All arms,main deity and consort components are complete without breaks or losses.It retains original imperial gilding with natural age‑related wear and partial thinning of gilt layer.The flame mandorla,skull crown and facial features preserve original mineral pigments with minor age‑related paint loss,no modern repainting.Square double‑layer lotus base is intact,original base plate well preserved,finely engraved with dharma‑wheel motif,heavy aged patina on copper surface.The inscription “Da Qian Long Nian Zhi” is carved on rear base with authentic old‑style calligraphy.No modern welding,parts replacement or re‑gilding.Private collection in San Francisco,California.Acquired via Asian antique dealer in 1970s,family kept privately and rarely exhibited publicly. Description：This is an imperial‑style gilt‑bronze Yamantaka yab‑yum tantric statue from Qianlong reign of Qing Dynasty.Yamantaka features buffalo‑head and multiple faces,topped with skull crown surrounded by flaming halo.Numerous arms stretch outward holding various ritual tantric implements.The fierce deity embraces wisdom consort,standing in dynamic warrior stance trampling subdued demons upon double‑layer square lotus pedestal.The whole figure is richly adorned with elaborate garlands,bead necklaces,bracelets and armlets.Fierce facial expression is vividly rendered,mineral pigments define eyes,brows,flames and skulls for layered visual effect.It is a large‑size complex open‑work casting.Rear base bears official “Da Qian Long Nian Zhi” mark and base plate engraved with auspicious Buddhist symbols.Following strict Tibetan Buddhist iconography,this masterpiece represents high‑level Sino‑Tibetan imperial devotional art of Qing dynasty with remarkable religious,artistic and collecting value.

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