ID 432608
Lot 118 | A THANGKA DEPICTING MAITREYA IN THE TUSHITA HEAVEN
Estimate value
£ 3 000 – 5 000
18TH-19TH CENTURY
Maitreya is depicted in the centre seated in dhyanasana on a lotus base on an elaborate throne, one hand held in abhayamudra and the other with the palm uptured holding a vessel, flanked by two lamas. The deity looks upon a further representation of himself below within a luxurious palace setting, with various disciples portrayed. The robes are all finely detailed in gilt.
23 1/8 in. x 16 1/8 in. (58.9 cm. x 41 cm.)
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