Lot #44 - A fine Kassa Mala Kingdom gilt-bronze figure of Green Tara (Syamatara), circa 14th century
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Auction House:Mossgreen
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Sale Name:The Spring Auction Series
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Sale Date:16 Nov 2015 ~ Session 1: 10.30am (Lots 1 - 114)
16 Nov 2015 ~ Session 2: 2pm (Lots 115 - 390) -
Lot #:44
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Lot Description:A fine Kassa Mala Kingdom gilt-bronze figure of Green Tara (Syamatara), circa 14th century
Seated in lalitasana on a double-lotus throne, a lotus branch at each shoulder, encrusted with semi-precious stones, the back of the throne painted ref (typical of Kassa Mala bronzes), the rear of the head and crown with polychrome, sealed
15cm high -
Provenance:Purchased at the New York Asia and Pacific Fair, March 2007; From a US private collection
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Notes:Green tara is a female Bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism, and a female Buddha in Vajrayana Buddhism. She is known as the Buddha of Enlightened Activity, and is most dynamic manifestation.
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Estimate:A$35,000 - 40,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Oriental
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