Bronze

Tibet , 15th century

Dimensions: Height 9,5 cm Wide 5,5 cm Depth 5 cm

Weight: 166 grams

Seated Tara on a double reverse lotus base with one leg pendant, the foot standing on a smaller lotus flower extending from the base.

Dressed in a short dhoti and whole body adorend with jewellery, a thin shawl wrapped around the arms , her right hand is showing the varada mudra, the other hand is raised with thumb touching ring finger.

The three extended fingers symbolize the three jewels , her expression looks calm and peaceful the head is decorated with an elaborate tiara.

Provenance: Christie’s NY