18th Century,Tibetan Gilt‑Bronze Seated Preaching Buddha

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Dimension：H 32.5cm,W 25cm,Weight 6.87kg Condition & Provenance：The statue is multi‑part cast and assembled.Most original gilding remains.Age‑related wear and scattered gilding loss expose bronze core,old patina and verdigris formed over devotional centuries.No cracks or major losses.The Buddha body,two guardian lions,lotus and base are all original.The front base bears original Tibetan inscription.The original base plate stays intact,engraved with double‑vajra symbol in center,natural aged sealing edge.Private collection,Dallas,Texas.Acquired from antique gallery in Bangkok in 1977,passed down within one family,on long‑term loan to local museum,never offered at auction. Description：This is an 18th‑century Tibetan gilt‑bronze preaching Buddha figure.The Buddha sits full‑lotus upon double‑layer lotus lion‑supported throne.He has soft rounded facial features with peaceful merciful expression,the ushnish retains original dark‑blue pigment.He wears right‑shoulder‑exposed monk robe,fine tight incised lines render layered folds vividly.His right hand displays varada mudra,while left hand forms vitarka preaching mudra with relaxed gesture.Two fierce guardian lions with curly manes stand on each side of the throne,full of power.Tibetan devotional inscription is carved on central plaque of the throne.The lower section consists of plump upward‑opening lotus petals,sitting atop square plinth.Base plate is engraved with double‑vajra without modification.Heavy solid casting with solemn grand appearance.Buddha on lion throne is a classic motif in Tibetan Buddhist art.With intact original inscription and complete original base,this is an important devotional Tibetan Buddhist monument for serious collectors.

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