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A gilt-copper alloy figure of Tara β€” A gilt-copper alloy figure of Tara, Ming dynasty, mid to late 15th century

A gilt-copper alloy figure of Tara

A gilt-copper alloy figure of Tara, Ming dynasty, mid to late 15th century

This gilt-copper alloy figure of Tara from the Ming dynasty (mid to late 15th century) represents Buddhist religious sculpture and metalwork. The work exemplifies the refined artisanal techniques and spiritual devotion characteristic of East Asian Buddhist art.

πŸ”¨ Auction Lot

Indian and Himalayan Art, including Masterpieces from the Nyingjei Lam Collection

March 21, 2023

Estimate: $3,000 – $5,000

Lot 120

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A gilt-copper alloy figure of Tara, A gilt-copper alloy figure of Tara, Ming dynasty, mid to late 15th century

This gilt-copper alloy figure of Tara from the Ming dynasty (mid to late 15th century) represents Buddhist religious sculpture and metalwork. The work exemplifies the refined artisanal techniques and spiritual devotion characteristic of East Asian Buddhist art.

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Related themes

Gold, Gilt Copper, Deity, Sculpture, Traditional, Ming Dynasty, Religious, Buddhist, Ornamental, Chinese

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