#38 • Shakyamuni Gold Gilded Bronze Tibet Sculpture

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

High bid $2,000.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $200 - $600 Origin: Tibet, China 15th-16th Century Medium: Bronze and Gilded Gold Layer Dimension: 7x5x8.5in Condition: A patina arm and worn away gold gilding. Description: A Shakyamuni Tibet Buddha seated sculpture on a lotus throne. The is shown seated in a meditative pose with a hand resting on his lap and the close to the earth almost reaching enlightenment. The bowl in his hand represents medicine nectar. The Buddha is shown with a ushnisha, a bump, or top knot on the top of the head and an urna dot on the bottom center of the forehead.