{"product_id":"antieke-vuurvergulde-bronzen-bodhisattva-ladakh-18e-eeuw","title":"Antique Kwan Yin Ladakh – 18th Century Namaskara Mudra","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntique Fire-Gilded Bronze Bodhisattva – Ladakh – ca. 1750-1770\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis museum-quality object of 3 kg is a rare example of West Tibetan metal art from the 18th century. The combination of the Namaskara Mudra and the specific technical characteristics confirms the origin from the Ladakh region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e34 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBronze with original fire gilding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eapprox. 1750-1770\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppraisal value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e€ 14,000 - € 18,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eForensic Analysis \u0026 Evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngraved Symbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e The reverse side of the robe features complex, hand-engraved cloud and flame motifs, characteristic of Ladakh iconography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Crystallization:\u003c\/strong\u003e White sand minerals and traces of ritual ash are visible in the deep grooves of the engravings and along the seams. This mineral composition is the result of a natural aging process spanning over 250 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire gilding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remnants of the original fire gilding are specifically present in the protected parts of the engravings. The raised areas show authentic mechanical wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The statue was manufactured using segment casting, with clear oxidation visible around the historical seams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRitual Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e The interior was originally ritually sealed and contains only historical sand minerals without modern materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIconography\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bodhisattva is depicted in Namaskara Mudra (prayer posture), a symbol of devotion and reverence. The refined crown and the engravings on the back make this object an important spiritual heritage from the West Tibetan region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSupplied including official appraisal report and forensic file of the internal and external analyses.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57238241018187,"sku":"277","price":8500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antieke-vuurvergulde-bodhisattva-ladakh.jpg?v=1778155544","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/antique-fire-gilded-bronze-bodhisattva-ladakh-18th-century","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}