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Lot 3
AN UNUSUAL STONE RELIEF OF BUDDHA SHAKYAMUNI
Estimated Value:
600 € - 1.000 €
Result:
1.036 € incl. Premium and VAT
Description:
Himalayan region, ca. 13th c.H. 10,8 cm
The slab shows the traditional depiction of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni on the lotus. He is surrounded by allegorical animal representations of the virtues of a world ruler (Cakravartin): Garuda (M), pairs of snakes, macaras, rams, elephants and lions below the lotus throne. In the centre an atlantean-like creature is depicted supporting the throne.
Form the estate of the Karl Wilhelm Hübsch Collection (b. 23.2.1886), assembled in Asia before 1920 - Wear, slighty chipped
