Circa 8th-9th century, Northeastern India, unidentified bodhisattva, copper alloy, 13 cm, private collection, Arts d’Asie lot 64, 12th June 2021, Cornette de Saint-Cyr on aaoarts
According to the catalogue information, this figure seated with a leg pendent holds a fruit or a gem in his right hand and a lotus topped with the head of a makara in the other, which is singular. We will note also the unusual nimbus with seven large blossoms, the backrest with a flower at each corner, the large lotus earrings and matching necklace, the ornate belt, and the garland that goes over both arms and across the lap.
11th-12th century, Northeastern India, Maitreya, copper alloy with silver and copper inlay, 11,4 cm, private collection, Indian, Himalayan and Southeast Asia Art lot 766, 20th March 2024, photo and notes by Sosi Mehren on Bonhams
The future buddha, adorned with a miniature stupa on his head, sits with a leg pendent and his left hand placed over the edge of base to hold a branch, possibly of champaka, topped with an object which Ms Mehren identifies as a ritual water pot. Instead of making the fear-allaying gesture, his right hand is folded towards him.
11th-12th century, Northeastern India, Padmapani (Avalokiteshvara), Tara and Manjushri, stone with cold gold and pigment, 12 cm, private collection, Purity and Enlightenment lot 5, 3rd October 2023, Hollywood Galleries
12th century, Northeastern India, Padmapani (Avalokiteshvara), bronze, 11,5 cm, private collection, as before lot 9.
Himalayan Buddhist Art - Art Bouddhiste de l'Himalaya 