Origin: China. Dynasty: In the style of the early Ming dynasty, but later. Technique: Bronze with dark patina. Description: Sitting in Bhadrasana onA small resting elephant onA lotus base. Both handsAre in the rare posture ofApana mrigi mudra. The multi-piece robe draped in elegant folds, the crown decorated with long swinging ribbons. Typically for the early Ming period is the figure shown withA slender elongated body. Measurement: Weight 3840g. Height 31cm. ConditionA/B.