
Mark Rasmussen
International Director
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西藏 十五世紀 無量壽佛銅像
Cast in two distinct alloys, this delightful bronze of Amitayus, the Buddha of Long Life, exemplifies the rich Sino-Tibetan style of the 15th century. Prompted by increased trade and diplomatic relations between Tibet and the Imperial Ming court, this period saw distinctive refinements and elaborations in Tibetan sculpture.
Amitayus represents the 'subtle, limitless form' (sambhogakaya) of the Wisdom Buddha Amitabha, here dressed in elaborately chased garments of scrolling floral and cloud motifs redolent of fine Chinese silks. The broad facial type and inlaid silver eyes, together with a simplified treatment of the lotus platform, indicate casting in Central and Southern Tibet during the 15th century. See von Schroeder, Indo-Tibetan Bronzes, 1981, p.479, nos. 133D&G. Also see Neven, Lamaistic Art, Brussels, 1975, no.16, and Bonhams New York, 17 March 2014, lot 14.
Provenance
Eleanor Abraham, New York
Private Asian Collection