#52 • Tibetan Bronze Seated Tara

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

High bid $65.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $100 - $300 Origin: Tibet, China, early to mid 20th century Medium: Bronze Dimension: 7x5x4.5in Condition: Some light rubbed patina Description: A bronze statue of a seated Bodhisattva, likely Tara. Seated in a relaxed pose, likely "royal ease." It is a symbol of compassion, wisdom, protection, wealth, fertility, and abundance. Hand gesture is likely a mudra, which is a symbolic hand gesture and the details include a crown and lotus flower.