Patinated bronze Buddha ‘Avalokiteshvara’, Nepal, 20th century

Bronze or patinated metal figure. It shows the deity in a static frontal pose, with both legs straight and shoulders slightly bent. The face is gentle, with a serene expression of narrowed eyes and lips drawing a slight smile. She wears a dothi tied at the waist, leaving her chest bare and adorned with fine jewellery that is also placed on her arms, hips and legs. Her hair is tied up in a high bun, crowned by an ornate, spiked headband flanked by two large earrings that adorn her long ears. Shows age wear.

Size: 42 x 8.42 x 12.5 cm (approx.)

Weight: 2409 g