CAT NO:AL.914
DESCRIPTION:Buddha sitting with legs crossed at the ankles, with his right hand on the knee and the left in his lap (Vajrasana and the Bhumisparsa mudra). Usually interpreted as the Buddha calling the earth to witness his good deeds in front of Mara
PERIOD: Early 18th century
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN:Ava, Burma
CONSTRUCTION:Bronze
RARITY AND CONDITION: Extremely Rare, good condition, some possible cleaning / restoration, expected day to day wear (see photos)
HEIGHT IN INCHES:20"
WIDTH / LENGTH:07"
WEIGHT IN KILOS: 15klg.
PROVENANCE: From the sale of a private estate in Burma
EVALUATION APPRAISAL: An imposing piece with very strong presence