18th Century,Tibetan Gilt‑Bronze Gem‑Inlaid Seated Vajradhara

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成交价 USD7000.00

拍卖时间：2026-09-27 23:00

拍品描述

Dimension：H 39.5cm,W 37.5cm,Weight 11.02kg Condition & Provenance：Main body is single‑piece cast.Majority gilding remains rich and intact,with gentle wear from long‑term devotional worship.No breaks or major losses.Crown ornaments,streamers and lotus‑stem ritual implements are all original.Most turquoise and coral inlays on necklaces,armlets and bracelets survive;a small number of stones are lost in old age,which is typical for antique devotional statues.Facial polychromy for eyes,eyebrows and lips is original with clear color layers.Double‑layer lotus throne is fully intact with plump well‑defined petals.Original base plate engraved with double‑vajra symbol,heavy aged patina along sealing rim.Private collection,Dallas,Texas.Acquired by collector at Bangkok antique market in 1976,preserved within one family for more than fifty years,never offered at public auction. Description：This is an impressive large‑scale 18th‑century Tibetan gilt‑bronze figure of Vajradhara.The deity sits in full lotus posture on a tall double‑layer lotus throne.Hands cross at chest holding vajra and ghanta bell,which is the standard mudra for Vajradhara.He wears an elaborate gem‑set crown with flowing ribbons falling beside ears.The face is soft and benevolent,with fine painted eyebrows,urna on forehead and red pigment on lips,expressing solemn peaceful aura.The whole body is decorated with layered gem‑inlaid necklaces,bracelets and armlets.Shoulders sprout lotus stems supporting vajra and ghanta implements.Double‑layer lotus throne features three‑dimensional finely carved petals,base rim also decorated with gem inlays.Back side hair has traditional dark‑blue paint,cross‑style beaded ornaments on back.Base plate bears engraved double‑vajra mark.This heavy large‑sized statue boasts luxurious gilding and sophisticated casting and inlay craftsmanship.It fully represents the magnificent aesthetic of high‑rank Tibetan Buddhist sculptures from 18th century,an important ceremonial devotional treasure.

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