233 FINE CHINESE ISLAMIC & ORIENTAL ART
Lot 227
Arte Himalayana
A gilt copper alloy figure of Jambhala Tibet, 17th century
Copper alloy cast depicting the main manifestation of the five Jambhala, portrayed in the lilasana position on top of a lion, his mount. In the left hand he holds the mongoose Nakula, heaving precious stones. The figure is adorned with a five pointed crown, a flowing stole, a peplum finely decorated with phytomorfic motifs, and a snake worn as necklace. Inlaid small turquoises. Polychrome traces are visible on the snout of the lion and the head of the deity.
Measures: 18.50 x 16.00 cm
Starting price: € 5.800,00
Estimate: € 8.000,00 - 12.000,00
The lot will be auctioned on 18 December starting from 14:00.
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