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
An important and large gilt 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.
Sale 2248, Lot 13
An important and large
gilt bronze figure of
Avalokiteshvara
Kashmir school in Western Tibet, 9th/10th century
27 in. (68.5 cm.) high
Estimate: $1,250,000-1,750,000

Hugo Weihe, International Director, Asian Art, International Specialist Head, Indian & Southeast Asian Art, New York