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A Gilt Bronze Figure of Dharmatala
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A Gilt Bronze Figure of Dharmatala

TIBET, CIRCA 17TH CENTURY

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A Gilt Bronze Figure of Dharmatala
Tibet, circa 17th century
Seated in 'Royal Ease' on a pillow base, holding a fly whisk and bumpa, clad in long flowing robes, the face with heavy-lidded eyes, the hair pulled into a topknot, wearing a backpack, with a tiger on his right
3 7/8 in. (9.8 cm.) high
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Acquired in Hong Kong between 1995-99

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The early Buddhist canon includes sixteen arhats, those who had attained enlightenment, who through their accomplishments had reached legendary status. Over time, other figures were added to the original group, including Dharmatala, the attendant to the sixteen arhats. Considered by some to be an emanation of Avalokiteshvara, Dharmatala's iconography always includes the fly whisk and bumpa.