Lot 191 , A Tibetan gilt copper alloy seated figure of Amitayus, possibly 15th/16th century, 9cm high
A Tibetan gilt copper alloy seated figure of Amitayus, possibly 15th/16th century,
seated in dhyanasana on a double-lotus base with the hands held in the lap holding the vase of amrita, his robes decorated and adorned with jewellery, unsealed,
9cm high
£600-800
Condition:
Unsealed base. Some wear to the gilding in places. Most of the gems are missing, and there is wear to the edge of the foot consistent with age and use, otherwise in reasonable condition. Provenance - collected by the grandparents of the owners whilst travelling and working in South East Asia, prior to 1940.
Sold for £3,600