Lot 229. A rare gilt-bronze figure of Syamatara, Tibet, circa 15th century; Hauteur: 12 cm. (4 ¾ in.). Estimate EUR 20,000 - EUR 30,000. Price realised EUR 43,750. © Christie's Image Ltd 2019

Il est représenté assis en vajrasana sur une base lotiforme. Ses mains sont en dhyanamudra. Son corps est partiellement doré à froid. Son visage est empreint de sérénité.

Provenance: American private collection, acquired by the parents of the present owner in the 1960s, by repute.

Exhibited: On loan to The Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C, from 1991 to 2017.

Note: This fine image of Buddha Shakyamuni epitomizes the sensitivity of modeling and graceful beauty of Licchavi period sculpture. Originating in Northern Bihar, the Licchavi aesthetic was deeply rooted in North Indian artistic traditions. Characterized by soft rounded modeling and languid forms, the Sarnath style of sculpture from the Gupta period had an immense influence on Nepalese art.