Lot 127. A fine thangka of the fifth Dalai Lama, Tibet, late 18th century; 72 x 48 cm. Estimate 8000-12,000 €. Lot sold 38,000 €. © Nagel Auktionen

Depicting the life of Dalai Lama Ngag.dbang blo-bzang rga-mtsho (1617-1682). Avalokiteshvara, his left hand holding the cakra. The Fifth Dalai Lama is seated in the center of the painting with legs crossed on a cushion wearing finely painted monastic robes, his face with mesmerizing expression, specific bonnet, in front of him lamas and laymen presenting offerings, surrounded by various scenes from his life, including his birth and formation years, each inscribed in gold dBu can script. Framed.  - Minor wear

Bibliography: Schoettle East Asian Art and Joachim Baader, Munich - Publ. Thangka Calendar 2013, June, Wiusdom, Dec. 2012, Description by Dr. med. Olaf Czaja.