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THBTibetan Brass Amitayus Buddha, ex-Anthony Quinn Coll.
Lot 64a
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Artemis Fine Arts
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Explore a world of classical antiquities and ethnographic masterpieces, with treasures from every corner of the globe. Discover Egyptian relics, Greek and Roman artifacts, Etruscan elegance, Near Eastern wonders, and Asian heritage. Marvel at Pre-Columbian marvels, Native American artistry, African tribal expressions, and Oceanic cultural gems. Spanish Colonial legacies, Russian craftsmanship, and a spectrum of fine and visual arts await, offering a captivating journey through history and artistry, connecting cultures across time. Artemis Fine Arts info@artemisgallery.com
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Central Asia, Tibet, ca. 19th century CE. A gorgeous cast-brass statue of Amitayus Buddha, seated cross-legged in meditation on an integral lotus plinth, holding an intricate ambrosia vessel known as the kalasha, which contains the elixir of eternal life. He is adorned with necklaces, bracelets, elaborate earrings, and an ornate bejeweled crown, as well as flowing garments etched with the longevity symbol (shou), a circular design representing enduring life. His eyes are cast downward beneath sweeping brows and a central urna (third eye), symbolizing spiritual insight. Amitayus is especially significant in long-life rituals in Tibetan Buddhism, as reflected in the longevity motifs on his robes and the presence of the kalasha. Devotion to Amitayus, through meditation and rituals, is believed to prolong life, enhance well-being, and bring spiritual blessings. He is closely associated with Amitabha, the Buddha of Infinite Light, and their names are often used interchangeably in Buddhist traditions. Size: 10.8" L x 7.5" W x 15.8" H (27.4 cm x 19 cm x 40.1 cm)
Published in "Anthony Quinn's Eye: A Lifetime of Creating and Collecting Art" by Donald Kuspit, Jay Parini, and Tom Roberts (Bristol, Rhode Island: Bristol House Press, 2004), page 159.
Provenance: private St. Petersburg, Florida, USA collection; acquired from Artemis Gallery; ex-private collection of actor Anthony Quinn and his wife Katherine, Bristol, Rhode Island, USA acquired prior to 2000.
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#192228Perforations along the edge of lotus pedestal, leading into the hollow interior. Minor abrasions and casting imperfections to surfaces, with light encrustations within some recessed areas. Nice preservation to finer details and great patina throughout.Condition
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