Items Similar to Over Life-Size Tibetan Gilt Bronze Arm of a Bodhisattva, Late 19th Century
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 19
Over Life-Size Tibetan Gilt Bronze Arm of a Bodhisattva, Late 19th Century
About the Item
An impressive larger than life-size cast and gilt bronze left hand and arm of a bodhisattva, late 19th century or earlier, Tibet.
The over-sized arm and hand of graceful proportions. The arm tapering down to a slender wrist embellished with a simple bracelet hiding the join between the hand and arm. The hand and arm richly gilt. The join to the elbow visible and exposed.
The hand heavily cast, with nice detail to the fingernails and cuticles. The palm with simple incised lines. The hand, with the pointer and pinky fingers raised, and the middle and ring finger folded down touching the thumb, performs the gesture known as karana mudra, the gesture of dispelling evil. (Here in Texas we refer to this gesture as "Hook'em Horns!")
Karana mudra is often associated with Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion, known in Tibet as Chenrezig, and in China as Guanyin.
The hand and arm would originally have been part of a much larger sculpture. Unfortunately many Tibetan Buddhist sculptures and implements were destroyed during the Cultural Revolution in China, with only fragments, such as this, remaining.
The heavy arm and hand are mounted on a custom black painted metal stand.
Measurements of arm only: 19.25" L x 4" H x 4" W.
- Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Style:Tibetan (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Late 19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Part of a larger sculpture. The bronze with areas of verdigris and spotting, and with wear to the gilding. The stand with some discoloration to the paint. Please see photos.
- Seller Location:Austin, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU894726981282
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are 1stDibs' most experienced sellers and are rated highest by our customers.
Established in 2001
1stDibs seller since 2010
306 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Austin, TX
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 7 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- Tibetan Gilt Bronze Arm of the Buddha, Early 19th CenturyLocated in Austin, TXA stunningly graceful life-sized arm and hand of the Buddha, Tibet, late 18th or early 19th century. The hand is beautifully cast, with long, elega...Category
Antique Early 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
- Nepalese Gilt Bronze Figure of Bodhisattva Chenrezig, Mid-20th CenturyLocated in Austin, TXA nice vintage early to mid-20th century gilt bronze sculpture of the Buddhist deity Avalokiteshvara in his four armed form, known as Chaturbuhja, or Chenrezig in Tibet. Chenrezig, a form of Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion (known as Guan Yin or Kwan Yin in Chinese), sits in vajrasana upon a high double lotus pedestal. One pair of hands is clasped in prayer at heart level, the other pair of hands raised upwards at shoulder lever and holding discreet attributes, a mala (prayer beads) in one hand, a lotus blossom in the other. Chenrezig is dressed in an elaborately patterned floral dhoti that covers his lower half. His torso bare, shoulders covered with a shawl and scarves that billow out around him. He is festooned with jewels, necklaces, bracelets, armlets, earrings, belt and a five pointed crown. The earrings studded with coral. The crown studded with turquoise. His face is cold painted with beautiful details. The hair has been pigmented blue with crushed lapis, indicating his peaceful nature. The copper base plate is inscribed with a visvajra (double vajra...Category
Late 20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsCoral, Lapis Lazuli, Bronze
- Nepalese Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva 'Amoghapasha?', Early to Mid-20th CenturyLocated in Austin, TXA beautiful and unusual gilt bronze figure of a Bodhisattva, possibly Amoghapasha, Nepal, early to mid-20th century, circa 1930s or 1940s. The regal figure possibly depicting the bodhisattva Amoghapasha, the Unfailing Lasso. The enlightened being is portrayed seated upon a high double lotus pedestal. He is dressed as an Indian prince, wearing a luxurious foliate patterned dhoti around his waist and a billowing scarf around his shoulders. . His torso bare save for the jeweled necklaces and the sacred thread. A five pointed crown with an image of Amitabha Buddha in the central point graces his head. His princely face cold painted with beautiful detail, his hair colored blue with crushed lapis lazuli, indicating his peaceful nature. Amoghapasha holds a lasso in one hand, an axe in the other. He is considered an emanation of Avalokiteshvara. A bodhisattva of compassion, Amoghapasha is so named because of the lasso he holds in his hand. The lasso represents his vast compassion which is thought to extend to encompass all beings, bringing them into a state of perfection and enlightenment. The copper base plate, seemingly a later replacement, has been inscribed with a visvajra (double vajra...Category
Mid-20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsLapis Lazuli, Bronze
- Chinese Ming Dynasty Lacquered and Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva, 17th CenturyLocated in Austin, TXChinese late Ming dynasty bronze figure of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, also known as Guanyin (Quan Yin, Kwan Yin, Kuan Yin), 17th century, China The figure well cast in two ...Category
Antique Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
- Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha, Mid 19th Century, ThailandLocated in Austin, TXA delightful Thai Rattanakosin Period lacquered and gilt cast bronze figure of the Buddha in royal attire, mid 19th century, Thailand. The charming figure depicts the Buddha in dhyanasana, the gesture of meditation. The Buddha sits serenely in half lotus position, his hands resting comfortably upon his lap, one on top of the other. The Buddha is dressed in elaborate robes, cast with floral and foliate designs in high relief. Over his robe, he wears the regalia of Thai kings, with a heavy cape...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
- Thai Rattanakosin Gilt Bronze Buddha, Mid 19th Century, ThailandLocated in Austin, TXA wonderful Thai Rattanakosin Period lacquered and gilt cast bronze figure of the Buddha in royal attire, mid 19th century, Thailand. The lovely figure depicts the Buddha in bhumisparsha mudra, the gesture of calling the earth to witness. Seated in full lotus position, with one hand resting in meditation in his lap, the other extended over the knee to touch the ground, this gesture commemorates the moment the Buddha attains enlightenment. The Buddha is dressed in elaborate robes, cast with floral and foliate designs in high relief. Over his robe, he wears the regalia of Thai kings, with a heavy cape, diamond shaped pectoral, and a winged crown upon his head - all with studded designs in high relief, imitating heavy embroidery...Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
You May Also Like
- 19th Century Vietnamese Carved and Gilt Seated Bodhisattva Holding a FlowerLocated in New York, NYVietnamese 19th century carved, lacquered and gilt Bodhisattva holding a secret flower. The Bodhisattva is seated on a lotus, which represents the symbol of fortune. This symbol can ...Category
Antique 19th Century Vietnamese Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsLacquer, Wood
- Bronze Sculpture, Late 19th Century, AsiaLocated in Saint-Ouen, FRBronze sculpture, late 19th century, Asia Measures: H 19cm, W 15cm, W 8cm.Category
Antique 1880s Asian Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
MaterialsBronze
- Gilt Bronze Tibetan No Fear Buddha Udanaya 19"Located in Somis, CAA large, 11 lb, gilt bronze Tibetan Buddha statue of superb quality. Standing on lotus plinth with the "no fear" abhaya mudra, the broad-faced fi...Category
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
- Large Gilt Bronze Tibetan BuddhaLocated in Somis, CAA beautiful 12.5 lb, 16" tall, Tibetan bronze Buddha statue. Seated in padmasana with the left hand holding a kalasa containing blessing and wisd...Category
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
- Gilt Bronze Tibetan Buddha ManjushreeLocated in Somis, CAA large, beautiful gilt bronze, 6.35 lb statue of Tibetan Bodhisattva Manjushree. This special piece features Manjushree with lowered head in the motion of observing and taking actio...Category
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
- Gilt Copper Tibetan Statue of Teacher Padma SambhavLocated in Somis, CAA wonderful 6.7 lb gilt copper statue of the great teacher, Padmasambhava, also called Guru Rinpoche. He is considered the founder of Tibetan Buddhism's oldest school. Seated on double lotus throne, he is wearing a peaked crown with upturned ear flaps, and a long robe with richly embroidered cloud pattern and Tibetan boots. In his right hand he holds a vajra to bring enlightenment, in the left a kalasa that contains elixir of wisdom. The face full and youthful, with furrowed, lifted brows and wide, almond-shaped eyes, the ears adorned with long foliate earrings...Category
20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
MaterialsBronze
