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A BAMBOO ROOT CARVING OF SEATED
BUDDHA

MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY

The bamboo root is carved in the form of Buddha seated in
dhyanasana on a double-lotus throne, with the right hand
extending in abhayamudra. The figure wears loosely draped robes
revealing a bare chest, which fall in crisp folds around the body.
3 ƒ in. (9 cm.) high, box

HK$80,000-120,000 US$11,000-16,000

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