Asian Art - 22nd May 2007

Lot 5

A Nepalese gilt bronze figure of Gautama Buddha

Estimate £5,000 - £7,000 | Hammer £5000

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Description

A Nepalese gilt bronze figure of Gautama Buddha, seated in Dhyanasana on a lotus throne, his hands in Dhyanamudra, holding a Patra, a separate gilt bronze reticulated halo slots into the rear of the figure. Some wear to the gilding. 17th/18th century, 29cm. Provenance: Deaccessioned from The Strong Museum, Massachusetts. Collection no.87.9570.