Masterpieces of Himalayan Bronzes

15 September 2008

  • A rare silver inlaid bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara
  • An important and large gilt bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara
  • A gilt bronze figure of Buddha Shakyamuni
  • A hardstone inlaid gilt bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara
  • A gilt bronze figure of Amitayas
  • An important and monumental gilt bronze figure of Buddha
A rare silver inlaid bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara
Following the success of the Eight Masterpieces sale in March, the Indian & Southeast Asian Department is pleased to present the New York sale of Masterpieces of Himalayan Gilt Bronze, a selection of eight superlative sculptures from Tibet, Nepal and Mongolia.
From the Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul E. Manheim
Sale 2248, Lot 12
A rare silver inlaid
bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara
Kashmir school in Western Tibet, 10th/11th century
15 in. (38.8 cm.) high
Estimate: $300,000-500,000