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Lot 301
A gilt-bronze figure of Shakyamuni Buddha 18th century
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4 December 2008, 12:00 HKT
Hong Kong, Six Pacific PlaceHK$180,000 - HK$250,000
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Find your local specialistA gilt-bronze figure of Shakyamuni Buddha
18th century
The historical buddha cast seated in dhyanasana on a double-lotus pedestal with hands held in dharmacakramudra, wearing long layered robes elaborately chased with wide foliate borders simulating a patch-work design, the robe covering his broad shoulders leaving his chest bare, his face with a contemplative expression, framed by pendulous earlobes and rows of studs representing curls, fitted box.
21.5cm (8 1/2in) high. (2).
The historical buddha cast seated in dhyanasana on a double-lotus pedestal with hands held in dharmacakramudra, wearing long layered robes elaborately chased with wide foliate borders simulating a patch-work design, the robe covering his broad shoulders leaving his chest bare, his face with a contemplative expression, framed by pendulous earlobes and rows of studs representing curls, fitted box.
21.5cm (8 1/2in) high. (2).
Footnotes
The mudra exhibited by this figure is called the dharmacakramudra, 'Wheel of the Law'. It is considered a gesture of teaching and used by Shakymuni Buddha during his first sermon at Deer Park in Sarnath.
十八世紀 鎏金銅釋迦牟尼佛說法像
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Please note, the Chinese description for lot 301 in the catalogue should read 十八世紀 鎏金銅釋迦牟尼佛說法像 Estimate should read: HK$180,000-250,000














