California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 June 14, 2014  June 14, 2014

 Lot # 83 
TWO BRONZE MODELS OF GILT-DECORATED BUDDHIST GUARDIAN KING    清 漆金天王像兩尊 款為大清乾隆年造


  • Dimension: H: 18 7/8 in (48 cm) W: 10 7/8 in (27.7 cm) W2: 7 7/8 in (20 cm)
  • Estimate From: $6000
  • Estimate To: $8000

The figure on the left represents the guardian king of south, shown holding sword and wearing elaborate armor and celestial scarf, while seated on rockwork base and stepping upon clouds. The figure on the right represents the guardian of west and shown with right hand grabbing a snake and left hand holding a pearl. His face is depicted with wrathful expression and hair is hidden behind crown. Both are impressed with six character Qianlong mark on the back.