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Avalokiteshvara Buddha; SOLD
Culture: Buddhist
Country of Origin : Bhutan
Artifact Age: 19th Century
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Extraordinary Ivory carving from the Himalayan country of Bhutan. Rare and powerful - Size; - ivory 13.5" tall x 1.5" deep x 4.25" across - overall 15.5" tall x 4" deep x 6.5" across. Decorated with small shaped coral, turquoise, amethyst and emeralds Avalokiteshvara is carved of ancient ivory - the carving dating back to the 19th century (the mahogany base is new).
This exquisitely curved rupa depicts the All-Compassionate Buddha standing, facing each of us as a friend, a protector and a guide. (03/08/#2)
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