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14th-century Shalu Monastery style gilt bronze Green Tara statue

This 14th-century gilt bronze green Tara statue, in the style of Shalu Monastery, stands 56.5 cm tall and blends Nepalese and Western Tibetan art, showcasing an elegant and dignified style.

Inheriting history

This statue has a clear provenance. It was once treasured by a well-known overseas collector and was later released by top international auction houses (such as Christie's and Poly Auction). It has circulated among top Buddhist statue collectors and is in excellent condition with brilliant gold luster. It has a clear record of its modern market provenance.

Academic background and publications

This statue is a representative masterpiece of the Shalu style in Tsang in the 14th century. It has been well preserved to this day through generations of devout worship and private collection. Its body is thin and light, its gilding is brilliant, and its lineage is clear. It is an extremely rare and precious surviving large-scale Shalu-style gilt bronze Buddha statue.

Authoritative verification

According to the research and verification by Huang Chunhe, a researcher at the Capital Museum, this statue has a unique hand gesture (the Abhaya Mudra), which highlights its function of saving people from the eight difficulties. Moreover, its shape and details are highly consistent with the statues enshrined in the hall of the Shalu Temple and the Maitreya Buddha statue formerly in the collection of Schroeder, thus its authority is clear.

Detailed Analysis | 14th Century Gilt Bronze Green Tara Statue

Tara wears a jeweled crown, sits in the half-lotus position, holds lotus stems in both hands and makes the gestures of fearlessness and comfort. She is adorned with jewels and turquoise, appearing solemn and noble.

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