California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 March 10, 2017  March 10, 2017

 Lot # 1180 
A BRONZE PAINTED FIGURE OF MANJUSRI ON LION    明 銅加彩文殊菩薩像


  • Dimension: Height: 12 1/2 in (31.8 cm) Width: 8 1/2 in (21.6 cm)
  • Estimate From: $3500
  • Estimate To: $6000

The bodhisattva is shown seated in rajali lasana, his pendent foot resting atop the back of a lion with ferocious expression and mouth agape. He is dressed in flowing robes incised with a floral pattern and adorned with various sashes and jewelry. The hair are arranged in an elaborate chignon behind pointed tiara, overall painted with various pigments including yellow, red, green, and blue, all supported on a lotus stand. Ming Dynasty period.