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Unknown (Historical) — A large gilt-copper alloy figure of Shakyamuni Buddha, Tibet, 14th / 15th century

Unknown (Historical)

A large gilt-copper alloy figure of Shakyamuni Buddha, Tibet, 14th / 15th century

A large gilt-copper alloy sculpture of Shakyamuni Buddha created in Tibet during the 14th or 15th century. This ornate religious figure exemplifies Tibetan Buddhist artistic traditions and metalworking craftsmanship.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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Dharma and Tantra, including Masterpieces from the Nyingjei Lam Collection

September 18, 2023

Estimate: $50,000 – $70,000

Lot 117

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Unknown (Historical), A large gilt-copper alloy figure of Shakyamuni Buddha, Tibet, 14th / 15th century

A large gilt-copper alloy sculpture of Shakyamuni Buddha created in Tibet during the 14th or 15th century. This ornate religious figure exemplifies Tibetan Buddhist artistic traditions and metalworking craftsmanship.

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

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Religious Art, Tibetan Art, Sculpture, Medieval, Shakyamuni Buddha, 14th-15th Century, Buddhist art, Tibet, Buddha, Buddhist, Gilt Copper Alloy

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