Lot Essay
Gilt-bronze figures of this deity started to be produced in China in early 15th century, under the reign of the Yongle Emperor (1403-1424), who was a devout buddhist himself.
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18TH CENTURY
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A GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF MAHASIDDHA VIRUPA
18TH CENTURY
The bearded figure is modelled seated on a deer skin over a lotus stand, and is wearing long robes adorned with elaborate jewellery and headdress. He is holding one hand aloft and the other holds a scull cup.
6 in. (15.2 cm.) high
18TH CENTURY
The bearded figure is modelled seated on a deer skin over a lotus stand, and is wearing long robes adorned with elaborate jewellery and headdress. He is holding one hand aloft and the other holds a scull cup.
6 in. (15.2 cm.) high
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