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A gilt copper alloy figure of a hierarch
Tibet, 16th/17th century
Seated on an antelope skin splayed over a
double-layered cushion with cloud and lotus
designs, clad in a monastic outer robe draped
in naturalistic folds and a meditation band
(yogapatta) slung over his right shoulder, his
hands resting in his lap supporting a vase of
longevity with lotus bud finial, and wearing a
blissful expression and a fringe of curls.
6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm) high
$25,000 - 35,000
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