Lot 905. A small gilt-bronze figure of seated Avalokiteshvara, Late Tang dynasty, 8th-9th century; 3 7/8 in. (9.9 cm.) high. Estimate USD 10,000 - USD 15,000. Price realised USD 6,000. © Christie's Image Ltd 2020.

Shown seated in dhyanasana on a raised lotus throne set on a stepped octagonal pedestal, holding a flaming pearl in the right hand, with a separately cast, openwork mandorla, possibly associated.

Provenance: The James and Marilynn Alsdorf Collection, Chicago, acquired prior to 1990.

Christie's. Sacred and Imperial: The James and Marilynn Alsdorf Collection Part II, New York, 24 September 2020