A CHINESE GILT BRONZE SAGE STATUE

拍品描述

Weighing 1020 grams, this finely cast gilt bronze sculpture measures 13 cm in length, 9.5 cm in width and 15 cm in height. The adept sits in a relaxed informal posture atop a textured rocky-styled plinth, one hand raised beside his ear in a recognisable devotional gesture while the other cradles a small vessel accented with turquoise-hued detailing. Naturalistic facial painting defines vivid eyes and warm facial features, and flowing engraved patterns embellish the folds of draped monastic robes. Warm aged gilding imparts rich depth across the figure and base. Full of lifelike expressive detail, this exceptional casting is a distinguished acquisition for serious collections of Himalayan Chinese gilt Buddhist statuary.

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