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Unknown (Historical) — A gilt-copper alloy figure of Medicine Buddha, Tibet, 17th century

Unknown (Historical)

A gilt-copper alloy figure of Medicine Buddha, Tibet, 17th century

This gilt-copper alloy figure of Medicine Buddha originates from Tibet in the 17th century, representing Buddhist religious art and metallurgical expertise. The work exemplifies the sophisticated devotional sculpture traditions of Himalayan regions.

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

March 21, 2023

Estimate: $3,000$5,000

Lot 138

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Unknown (Historical), A gilt-copper alloy figure of Medicine Buddha, Tibet, 17th century

This gilt-copper alloy figure of Medicine Buddha originates from Tibet in the 17th century, representing Buddhist religious art and metallurgical expertise. The work exemplifies the sophisticated devotional sculpture traditions of Himalayan regions.

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

Related themes

Gilt Copper, Asian, Sculpture, Spiritual, Gold Tone, Tibetan, Religious, Buddha, Figurative, Seventeenth Century

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