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LOT 58

Lot 58

A Rare and Massive Bronze Figure of Padmasambhava, Tibet, Circa 1960

A Rare and Massive Bronze Figure of Padmasambhava, Tibet, Circa 1960
Lot 58 Details
A Rare and Massive Bronze Figure of Padmasambhava, Tibet, Circa 1960

Seated on a lotus base in regal attire, holding two ornaments with a trident resting against the torso
height 29" — 73.7 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$4,000

Realised: $1,800
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A Rare and Massive Bronze Figure of Padmasambhava, Tibet, Circa 1960
  • A Rare and Massive Bronze Figure of Padmasambhava, Tibet, Circa 1960
  • A Rare and Massive Bronze Figure of Padmasambhava, Tibet, Circa 1960
  • A Rare and Massive Bronze Figure of Padmasambhava, Tibet, Circa 1960
Provenance:

From an Estate in Seattle, Washington

Note:

A nearly identical statue missing the trident resting against his shoulder can be found in the Rubin Museum of Art, New York, accession no. P2000.21.1 (see photos, courtesy of the Rubin Museum). Also see Himalayan Art Resources item no. 700068

CONDITION DETAILS

wear consistent with age to surface, loss to finial of hat

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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