A Gilt-Bronze Figural Support | Tibet, Densatil, 16th Century

Project Description

Description: Bronze, 20 cm high
Catalogue note: The support is modelled as the four-armed Avalokiteshvara and Tara standing back-to-back on a lotus base, their upper arms raised to support a waisted 'double-lotus' capital. Each figure wears a long flowing dhoti and is richly adorned with beaded jewellery and tiaras, the jewellery is inset with colourful stones.
Provenance: Acquired from Christie’s, Sale 15031, Lot 183, Invoice no. DB6624348
Catalogue no.: 2017A0109