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A gilt-copper alloy figure of Mahakala — A gilt-copper alloy figure of Mahakala, Qing dynasty, 18th century

A gilt-copper alloy figure of Mahakala

A gilt-copper alloy figure of Mahakala, Qing dynasty, 18th century

An 18th-century Qing dynasty sculptural figure of Mahakala crafted from gilt-copper alloy, representing the wrathful protector deity in Tibetan Buddhism. The luxurious materials and craftsmanship reflect imperial patronage of Buddhist art.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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

March 21, 2023

Estimate: $6,000 – $8,000

Lot 122

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A gilt-copper alloy figure of Mahakala, A gilt-copper alloy figure of Mahakala, Qing dynasty, 18th century

An 18th-century Qing dynasty sculptural figure of Mahakala crafted from gilt-copper alloy, representing the wrathful protector deity in Tibetan Buddhism. The luxurious materials and craftsmanship reflect imperial patronage of Buddhist art.

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

Related themes

Sculpture, Wrathful Deity, Mahakala, Qing Dynasty, Buddhist art, 18th Century, Gilt Copper Alloy