Lot 200 , A Tibetan gilt copper alloy figure of Maitreya, 17th/18th century, 14.8cm high, worn

A Tibetan gilt copper alloy figure of Maitreya, 17th/18th century,
seated in dhyanasana on a double-lotus base with his hands held before him in dharmachakramudra,
14.8cm high, worn
£600-800

Condition:
Unsealed base. The figure has been polished and most of the gilding has been removed with remnants in places. There is some encrusted dirt in places which will remove. The back of the base is dented inwards slightly and there are occasional minor other minor dents and marks consistent with age and use. Provenance - UK private collection

Sold for £7,000