Deity Amitajus

A figurine of the Lamaic deity Amitayus. It is a representation of one of the emanations (incarnations, roles, functions) of Buddha. Gilded bronze, refined cast. The figure is seated on a throne chair in the so-called lotus position, with legs bent at the knees and feet crossed at the thighs. Joined hands rest on feet and thighs. The figure with eyelids closed, static. Dressed in a long robe, chest girded with draped cloth, clasped at the shoulder. Necklace around neck, ornaments on forearm and wrists. Head adorned with crown with vajra emblem, earrings in ears. Long hair, separated into two strands, placed on her shoulders. The throne in the form of a platform with an openwork base, without a backrest. The Buddha sits on an ornately draped cloth that adorns the front of the throne. Border of flames surrounding the figure. The sculpture was made in China for Tibet, dating to the 19th century. A figurine of iconic and religious significance.