A JAVANESE GOLD FIGURE OF AVALOKITESHVARA
Java, 18th – 19th century. The bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, identified by his crown insignia of Buddha Amithaba, is standing on a lotus pedestal, wearing royal garments and a gold pectoral around his neck. His arms are bent and stretched forward, the left hand showing the vitarka mudra and the right showing the abhaya mudra.
Provenance: From an important European private collection. Acquired in Asia between 1960 and 1970. A private owner, acquired from the above.
Condition: Excellent condition with only few usual traces of age and wear.
Weight: 176.6 g
Dimensions: Height 12.4 cm
Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content 392/1000
Metallurgic Analysis
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