Chinese Tibetan Qing Dynasty gilt bronze figure of seated Shakyamuni Buddha. Seated in the Vajra posture which resembles meditation, and wisdom. This posture was assumed by Buddha while sitting beneath the bodhi tree where enlightenment was supposedly achieved. This Buddha presents a peaceful presence while resting atop a double-lotus pedestal with eyes closed and body covered in diaphanous robes. His head is topped with the traditional bun adorned at the apex by a single ornament and his ears have been traditionally pierced and elongated. Bronze is in beautiful condition with minimal marring of the surface.
Extensive trace of gilt remain on surfaces and blue pigment on hair.
The underside revealed the separation of the Buddha and the throne.

Dimensions: 9-1/2"H

Over all in EXCELLENT condition, with normal anomalies in nature, sign of stressed surface, minor scratch & dent. Surface traced wear and or declined to gilding; Normal, considering ages and wears.

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