Giltwood Figure of Buddha, China, 19th century, seated on a three-tiered lotus throne, his hands in karana mudra, red-lacquered and gilt, overall ht. 14 1/8 in.
Estimate $500-700

multiple chips, hairs and fingers of his right hand detached from the arm, gilt losses, age cracks to wood.


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