Gilt-bronze Figure of Buddha Akshobhya, Tibet, possibly 15th-16th century, seated cross-legged on a double lotus throne, with a vajra in front, his hands in bhumisparsha mudra, his face with gilt, gold lacquered, and painted details in red and blue (now mostly lost), double vajra mark engraved on base, ht. 3 3/8 in.
Estimate $1,200-1,800

trace of lacquered pigments and gold now flaking and cracking, loss of gilt to some areas, otherwise in good condition.


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