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A gilt-bronze figure of a lama, — A gilt-bronze figure of a lama, Tibet, 18th century 十八世紀 藏傳鎏金銅喇嘛坐像

A gilt-bronze figure of a lama,

A gilt-bronze figure of a lama, Tibet, 18th century 十八世紀 藏傳鎏金銅喇嘛坐像

An 18th-century Tibetan gilt-bronze seated figure of a lama, showcasing the distinctive style of Himalayan Buddhist sculpture. The gilded surface and refined casting demonstrate the high level of metalwork achieved in Tibetan religious art.

Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

CHINA / 5000 YEARS

May 25, 2022

Estimate: $40,000 – $60,000

Lot 586

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A gilt-bronze figure of a lama,, A gilt-bronze figure of a lama, Tibet, 18th century 十八世紀 藏傳鎏金銅喇嘛坐像

An 18th-century Tibetan gilt-bronze seated figure of a lama, showcasing the distinctive style of Himalayan Buddhist sculpture. The gilded surface and refined casting demonstrate the high level of metalwork achieved in Tibetan religious art.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Seated Figure, Tibetan Art, Lama, Gilt Bronze, Himalayan Art, Buddhist Sculpture, 18th Century, Religious Figure