BALI, possibly 12th century

Works from the Donald Friend Collection
Sydney
27 October 2013
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FIGURE OF PADMAPANI

BALI, possibly 12th century

bronze Bodhisattva with parasol seated on a round throne incised with rectangles and floral scroll. One leg crossed and right leg outstretched with open palm resting on knee. The figure is seated in the posture of 'royal ease' (lalitasana). The right hand rests on the knee in the gift-bestowing pose (vara-mudra)

9.5 cm height

Estimate: 
$500 - 1,000
Sold for $780 (inc. BP) in Auction 31 - 27 October 2013, Sydney