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LOT 2166
Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Seated Buddha
LATE 19TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY A.D.
8 1/4 in. (2.03 kg, 21 cm).
Hollow to the underside, seated Buddha with legs crossed, on a lotus flower base with bumpa vessel cradled in his lap; stamped signature to underside.
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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LOT 2166
Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Seated Buddha
Estimate £250 - 350€290 - 410 (for guidance only)$340 - 470 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£120 (EUR 139; USD 162) +BP*
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