19th-Century Mongolian Bronze Buddha with Stupa – Qing Marked – 27.5 cm

19th-Century Mongolian Bronze Buddha with Stupa

Dimensions: H 27.5 × W 18 cm
Weight: 3.4 kg
Material: heavy copper alloy / bronze
Origin: Mongolia / Himalayan region
Date: 19th century
Attribute: stupa / reliquary

Description

Heavy and characterful bronze Buddha from the Mongolian Buddhist tradition. The Buddha is seated in meditation on a broad multi-tiered base and holds a small stupa or reliquary centrally. The restrained modelling, elongated earlobes and compact curls give the sculpture a distinctly archaic presence.

Casting and mark

The figure is hollow cast and shows old green-blue copper oxidation inside. The lower rim has been hand-finished. The underside bears old struck markings, including a circular script mark that is probably read as Qing. The mark is described as a workshop or foundry mark rather than a dynastic reign mark.

Patina and condition

The copper alloy has a richly developed green-brown and golden-brown patina, with wear on raised areas and oxidation in protected recesses. Good antique condition with age- and use-related wear consistent with a 19th-century devotional object.

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