Standing Buddha with the right hand in the gesture of conferring grace (Skt.: varada mudra) and in his left hand holding an alms-bowl

Chinese Collection

Accession Nr.: 88.11.1
Type: sculpture; bronze, lead, gold and silver; religious or cult object
Date of production:
1465–1487
Ming dynasty
Place of production:
Materials: bronze
Techniques: gilt; with traces of paint
Dimensions: height: 32 cm
diameter (base): 12 cm
A charming Buddha figure standing a lotus pedestal. The right hand is held in the bestowing of blessing and charity (varada-mudrā) gesture; the left holds an alms-bowl. The borders of his robe are finely decorated with chased ornamentation.