Estimated value: €1,200 – €1,800. Fire-gilded bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara from Tibet, dating from the 18th–19th century. The bodhisattva is depicted standing on a lotus base and has multiple arms, with the central hands in añjali mudra, the prayer gesture symbolizing compassion and devotion. The stacked crown with small figures and the slender body form are characteristic of Tibetan-Himalayan traditions with Newar influences. The figure is hollow cast and shows clear remains of original fire gilding on the inside, indicating traditional mercury gilding. The surface shows natural wear and patina consistent with age and ritual use, with no signs of modern restoration. Dimensions approximately H 30 x W 14 cm, weight approximately 1.4 kg.
