A CHINESE GILT BRONZE BUDDHA STATUE

拍品描述

Standing 18 cm tall and 12 cm across, this intricately cast Manjushri depiction settles in refined cross-legged lotus seating on a layered lotus pedestal edged with neat beaded mouldings. The deity sports an elaborate foliate crown, cascading beaded neck ornaments and finely detailed bracelets framing delicately sculpted limbs. One hand raises the iconic flaming sword of wisdom overhead, while the other grasps the slender stem of a sacred book positioned beside the shoulder. Warm aged gilt patina softens the bronze surface and emphasizes the fine incised drapery textures. Adhering faithfully to Himalayan Buddhist iconography, this meticulously wrought sculpture constitutes an exceptional addition to discerning holdings of religious gilt bronzes.

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