Antique Tibetan Bronze Alloy Statue
Amoghasiddhi
Wisdom Buddha
Origin: Central Tibet. Circa: 19th Century
H 6.5 in.(16.5cm), W 4.3 in. (11cm), D 3 in. (7.5cm)
Measurement not including pedestal
Condition: Excellent!
Private Collection
Amoghasiddhi is one of the Five Wisdom Buddhas of the Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhist tradition. He is associated with the conceptual Samskara (mental formation) and the attainment of Nirvana. This 19th-century copper alloy lost-wax cast solid bronze Amoghasiddhi sculpture is a remarkable example of Tibetan Buddhist art. The Buddha is seated in padmasana (lotus posture) with his right arm extended in the Abhaya (fearless) gesture, while his left hand resting in Pranayama meditation mudra. He wears a five-pointed crown representing the five Wisdom Buddhas (Akshobhya, Virochana, Ratnasambhava, Amitabha, and Amoghasiddhi). From the intricate snail hair curl to the jade urna inlay, and the shorter countenance on his youthful face, the figure has a more profound Tibetan ethnic influence and is shaped by Indian tradition. At two kilograms, the statue is especially weighted for its size, indicating that a more meticulous process was applied in the metal alloy and casting process that requires high degrees of mastery and skill from the artist. Though missing its original pedestal, this antique Tibetan bronze presents a captivating and exceptionally well-rendered depiction of the Amoghasiddhi Buddha. It is a significant piece for art collectors and those interested in Buddhist iconography.