SPECIAL SPRING AUCTION, 26 MARCH 2025 - 1ST SESSION: ASIAN ART
White jade ‘Buddha’ figure, Qing dynasty
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Lot 67.
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Description.
Buddha-figure made of white jade from Hetian, in one piece. It shows the effigy of ‘Maitreya Buddha’, designated as the successor of ‘Sakyamuni Buddha’, dressed in a robe, with a voluminous body, round face and a naturally joyful expression. He assumes a reclining posture and is accompanied by children. The details of the depiction are remarkable. It is in very good condition. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later.
Size: 8 x 9.5 cm
Weight: 380 g
Provenance: Collection of Tommy Lam, Hong Kong, from 1980.