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LOT 2216
Thai Gilt Cobalt Blue Glass Seated Buddha
20TH CENTURY A.D.
5 7/8 in. (455 grams, 14.8 cm).
Moulded in seated position on a lotus-flower dais with conical ushnisha, applied gilt detailing. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Private collection, UK.
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