European, Asian Arts, Antiques, Samurai Swords, June 24, 2023
By Eternity Gallery
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Jun 24, 2023
PO BOX 48073 Tampa, FL 33646 USA, United States
Great selection of arts and antiques from all over the world.
Unique collection of Samurai swords.
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LOT 149:
Tibetan copper gilded Buddha icon 1600-1750 AD (17th -18th century) Highly elaborated copper icon with semiprecious ...
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Start price:
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Estimated price :
$6,000 - $12,000
Buyer's Premium: 24%
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Tibetan copper gilded Buddha icon 1600-1750 AD (17th -18th century) Highly elaborated copper icon with semiprecious stones and gilded sitting figure of Buddha. For many centuries Tibet was a spiritual and religious leader in Asia. Many countries like China, Japan, Mongolia, South-Eastern Russia, Thailand, Indonesia, etc. adopted Buddhism as a major religion. Most of men in Tibet, instead of serving in the army, - served as monks. Tibet did not need an army, because it was respected as a motherland of Buddhism and protected by the neighboring countries. Size: 16.5 inches” x 123.25 inches = 41.5 cm x 33.5 cm; Weight: 2504 gram = 2 kg 504 gram; Provenance: Made in Bhutan? Then - private collection in USA 1940’s
