June Ancient Art & Paintings & Collectibles

A GILDED BRONZE STATUE WITH A HORSE-HEAD VAJRA FROM THE QING DYNASTY

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Start price: $300

Estimated price: $4,000 - $5,000

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Description

H:36.0cm(14.17in) W:25.5cm(10.04in) Weight:7500g(16.53lb)This statue is cast in bronze with gilding, depicting Hayagriva (Dharma King Horse Head), one of the important deities in Tibetan Buddhism, symbolizing subduing obstacles and wielding virtuous power. The main statue features a three-faced, six-armed form, wearing a flame treasure crown with a fierce and solemn expression. The main arms hold a vajra, while the other arms hold a bow and arrow, Dharmachakra and other implements, highlighting its virtuous power to subdue demons and protect the Dharma. Adorned with necklaces and inlaid with multi-colored gems, the statue has a natural and smooth posture and stands tall and powerful. The pedestal is inscribed with inscriptions indicating the "Guanglong 18th Year" and "brought from Rehe", reflecting the integration of Han and Tibetan artistic styles in Qing court craftsmanship. It is of great historical, artistic and religious value.

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