California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 June 23, 2013  June 23, 2013

 Lot # 140 
A GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF TARA    清 大清乾隆年敬造 鎏金臧佛


  • Dimension: W: 4 5/8 in (11.7 cm) H: 6 in (15.2 cm)
  • Estimate From: $6000
  • Estimate To: $8000

Seated in Dhyanasana on a beaded double-lotus base, her hands in Varada- and Vitarka Mudras and holding the stems of lotuses blossoming at the shoulders, dressed in a Dhoti with the folds elegantly spilling over the base and adorned with beaded jewelry and various sashes, the face with bow-shaped mouth, heavy-lidded eyes, and gently arching brows, surmounted by a jeweled tiara with the hair in a high chignon, richly gilt overall. Seven character "QIANLONG" mark on the bottom, along with impressed double Vajra symbol. Qing Dynasty Period