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Sino Tibetan Bronze Figure of Bodhisattva Amitayus, 20th C

Currency:EUR Category:Collectibles Start Price:800.00 EUR Estimated At:1,280.00 - 1,600.00 EUR
Sino Tibetan Bronze Figure of Bodhisattva Amitayus, 20th C
Bronze, partly gilt and painted
China / Tibet, 20th century
Floral decorations in height relief
Abundant jewelry and five-leaf crown
Ambrosia vase with amrita and Ashoka-tree branch
Chinese six character mark on the reverse
Dimension: 41 x 23 x 19.5 cm (height x width x depth)
Good condition
Provenance: from an important private collection

This impressive, Sino Tibetan bronze figure of bodhisattva Amitayus shows partly polychrome painting. The bodhisattva Amitayus is a form of the Buddha Amitabha, but there is one difference: Amitayus is the Buddha of Infinite Life and Amitabha is the Buddha of Infinite Light. They are reflective images of each other and symbolize longevity and wisdom. This figure shows Amitayus seated on a double lotus pedestal, which bears on the reverse a Chinese six character mark. The bodhisattva is rendered in padmasana with the soles of his feet turned upwards. His hands form the dhyana mudra, the gesture of meditation. He is holding an ambrosia vase filled with amrita, the nectar of immortality. An Ashoka-tree branch, the tree of life, is seen on top.



The hips of the deity are covered with a robe, showing floral ornaments in high relief. The bodhisattva is adorned with opulent jewelry and wears a five-leaf crown on his head, which symbolizes the reign of the five elements. The finely engraved hair behind the crown forms a high topknot and fine strains of his hair cover his shoulders. Amitayus lips form a slight smile and waving ribbons are falling over his arms. The figure is sealed with a base plate.



The bronze figure is in good condition with a natural patina and merely light traces of age and wear, such as gold and paint abrasion in some areas as well as little loss of material on the topknot. The figure measures 41 cm in height, 23 cm in width and 19.5 cm in depth.
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