#11 • Gilt Bronze Vajrasattva Buddha, Green Tara

Part of Professor's Collection Part Two: Asian Sculpture and Fine Objects (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $275.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $200-300 Origin: Tibet, China, Late Qing Dynasty  Medium: Bronze with Gold Gilt Dimension: 12.5x9x6in Condition: Some of the gold gilt is fading. Description: A Bronze and Gold Gilded Green Tara. Tara is a significant figure in Tibetan Buddhism and is known as the Buddha of enlightened activity and compassion. Tara is believed to overcome obstacles, represents the purified wind element, and symbolizes quick response to prayers. Seated in on a lotus base, holding a Dorje in one hand, and a bell in the other. Detailed work of the tiara, facial features, flowing wardrobe, and ornate base is believed to be of Mahayana tradition.