Lot 7
Gilded Copper Alloy Seated Tara Sculpture
Sold July 18, 2025
- Price realized
- $180
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $100 – $500
Origin: Tibet, China
Medium: Copper alloy gilded with gold
Dimension: 11.5x8x6in
Condition: Gold Gilt is worn in some spots, specifically the hands, foot, and some petals on the base.
Description: A gold gilded copper alloy of the statue of Tara, often called the “Mother of Mercy and Compassion.” Tara is revered as the protectress who embodies enlightened compassion and aids those facing life’s challenges. This sculpture was likely hand-crafted by skilled artisans of Nepal out of copper alloy. It depicts Tara in a seated lotus position with one leg extended, ready to help those in need. The hands are posed in Varada mudra, or gift-giving positions. And one hand holds the stem of a lotus flower, representing purity and enlightenment.
Lot details
- Lot
- 7
- Closed
- July 18, 2025
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