Shyama Tara/Syamatara

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16.11.2022 11:00UTC +02:00
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Lot 102 | Shyama Tara/Syamatara
SHYAMA TARA/SYAMATARA.

Origin: Tibet or Mongolia.
Date: 18th/19th century.
Technique: Gold plated copper sheet with colored glass decorations.
Description: Tara, "the savior" in her green manifestation sits in ardhaparyanka on the double-row
lotus throne. The left leg pulled against the body, the right leg stretched forward. The
right hand originally held a now lost lotus branch in a gesture of sprinkling sanctified
water. The left hand originally held a lotus branch as well and is raised at chest level
as part of the same gesture . Clothed with dhoti and scarf as well as jewels. The hair
piled up to a large knot. The body parts uncovered by the robe are decorated with cultic
paintings.
Measurement: Height 15,5cm.

Provenance:
Private collection Cologne.
Address of auction VAN HAM Kunstauktionen GmbH
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