MONGOLIA, ZANABAZAR SCHOOL, 18TH CENTURY

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A gilt bronze figure of Vajrasattva
Mongolia, Zanabazar School, 18th century
Seated in dhyanasana on a tall double-lotus base with beaded rim, his hands holding a vajra and bell, wearing a dhoti incised with floral pattern at the hem, adorned with beaded festoons and ornate jewelry, the serene face with elongated eyes and raised urna, the hair pulled into a high chignon and topped by a finial, secured with a foliate tiara with locks falling onto the shoulders
12½ in. (31.8 cm.) high

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Acquired in Hong Kong, 1980s

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This is a superb example of the craftsmanship and elegance of pieces from the workshops founded by Zanabazar (1635-1723), religious leader, artist and master craftsman in Mongolia. Of good size, this sculpture displays the characteristic raised lotus base and graceful treatment of the body and ornamentation, richly gilt overall.