Bronze firegilt with Symbols and Inscriptions

Tibet , 17th century

Dimensions: Height 16 cm Width 12 cm Depth 8 cm

Weight: 756 grams

Seated Bodhisattva on double reverse lotus base with beaded rim, cross-legged and showing the dharmachakra mudra. The base has inscriptions in the flower petals and on the bottom. The legs are covered by a dhoti with floral decoration and beaded brim. The body is adorned with beaded necklaces and bracelets with stone inlay. A thin shawl billows around the deity's shoulders. A winged, five-pointed tiara encircles the chignon. The square face has small features, red lips, downcast eyes and a large urna between the thin eyebrows. Two flowers are growing beside the Buddha, one carrying a holy script. The statue is sealed.

Very unusual to see tibetan symbols and the eight auspicious symbols of luck engraved in the Lotus base