Origin: CN Date/Period: 11th C Material: Bronze Approximate Size: Height: 7-1/2in/19cm Additional Information: Maitreya, the messianic bodhisattva characterized as the Buddha of the Future, stands in a graciously exaggerated posture, the body beautifully counterbalanced. He holds his raised hand in the gesture of exposition (vitarka mudra) and in his lowered hand displays a flask (kamandalu) universally understood in South Asian culture as the container of amrta, the elixir of life. In a Buddhist setting, the flask is understood as the promise of Maitreya’s coming. The elegant aesthetics of this sculpture embody contemporary eastern Indian Pala styles, yet it displays a startling elegance combined with an almost austere economy of surface decoration: jewelry is restrained, textile patterns minimally suggested. The scale is exceptional, as is the aesthetic sensibility of the artist responsible for this work. Condition: Offered in overall good condition. Surface wears,with age and use.Please refer to the picture . LUXUR FINE ART AUCTION attempts to check every lot correctly, we will attempt to point out any defects as much as we can but will not be responsible for the correctness of the catalog or other descriptions of the lot. We wish you can check the property condition thoroughly before the bidding. Any of the following conditions of sale may be amended, waived, or modified in the sole discretion of LUXUR FINE ART AUCTION. Shipping: Location: This item ships from the United State. Domestic: Flat-rate of $35 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S except for Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. International: International shipping including Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico is $85 . International shipping may be subject to VAT. Apologies, at this time we are unable to ship to some countries, please consult customer service for details. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.